logo
episode-header-image
Feb 2024
1h 21m

Why Loneliness is Worse Than Cigarettes ...

Violet Benson
About this episode
Hey Besties! Today, we welcome author, psychologist, and speaker Guy Winch. Guy specializes in the field of emotional health and well-being. He has gained recognition for his work in advocating for the importance of addressing emotional pain and mental health. He has given popular TED Talks on subjects such as "Why We All Need to Practice Emotional First Aid ... Show More
Up next
May 7
I Was Sentenced to 2 Years in Federal Prison
A Daddy Issues listener DM’d Violet with the ultimate opener: she had just gotten out of federal prison. This week, Violet sits down with Carol, a former accountant indicted on wire fraud and bank fraud charges after COVID relief money went very wrong. We’re getting into the FBI ... Show More
1h 31m
May 5
Let's Talk - May 5, 2026
Let’s talk about… Asking a man what hairstyle he would’ve had if he wasn’t balding, Anti-gravity scientists,The time doctors almost amputate my leg because... well, RUSSIA!What my teeth actually look like under my veneers and why you should NOT get veneers, And aliens… they’re ju ... Show More
34m 42s
Apr 30
Confession Corner with Sofia Elizabeth
TikTok creator Sofia Elizabeth joins Violet for a no-filter conversation about cheating, jealous men, bad exes, hookup prep, and the kind of dating stories that should have been enough to make you leave the first time. They get into bad excuses, obvious red flags, and the moments ... Show More
56m 4s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2021
Guy Winch on Emotional First Aid
Guy Winch, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist, keynote and TED Talk speaker, and author whose books have been translated into twenty languages. In this episode, Eric and Guy discuss his book Emotional First Aid: Healing Rejection, Guilt, Failure, and Other Everyday Hurts. But wait ... Show More
47m 20s
Aug 2023
Russ ON: How to Change Your Self-Critical Mindset & The Truth Behind the Emotional Struggles of Men
Have you tirelessly pursued a dream, only to discover an underlying emptiness even after achieving it? Many have experienced this paradox of achieving a dream, yet still feeling unfulfilled. It's a common experience where the pursuit of a goal doesn't always lead to lasting conte ... Show More
1h 20m
Mar 2024
The Male Psychology Doctor: “There Is A Crisis Going On With Men!", “We’ve Produced Millions Of Lonely, Addicted Males!”, “The Ugly Truth About What’s Really Behind Toxic Masculinity”
What can video game and porn addiction tell us about society’s mental health crisis? Dr Alok Kanojia is a psychiatrist and co-founder of the mental health coaching company 'Healthy Gamer', which aims to help with modern stressors, such as social media, video games, and online da ... Show More
1h 32m
Sep 2022
2 Practical Ways to Enjoy Time By Yourself & Overcome Feelings of Loneliness
<p>Today, I’m sharing a deep and meaningful conversation with Mason Spector and Peiman Raf of the <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-madhappy-podcast/id1566903468">Madhappy Podcast</a> - a show that aims to create more conversation around mental health by illumina ... Show More
55m 45s
Mar 2023
224: Emotional Wellness, Toxic Positivity, & Trauma w/ Whitney Goodman
Living a healthy, balanced life requires having good emotional health. Unfortunately, many people overlook this crucial element, and most of the time we hardly understand what is actually beneficial or not, like toxic positivity. In today's episode, we focus on how to take care o ... Show More
54m 19s
May 2023
#1 Reason Why Couples Fall Out of Love & How to Mentally Prepare for Difficult Conversations
Today, I am going to share with you a conversation I had with Kaitlyn Bristowe of the Off The Vine podcast. No matter what phase or stage of love you’re in or whether you find yourself in solitude, there is so much to take away from their discussion, from attracting the right per ... Show More
51m 8s
Dec 2023
5 Ways to Improve Your Subconscious Mind & Be Happier in 2024: Amazing Insight From Dr. Paul Conti
<p>Want to learn how to be a happier and more successful version of yourself… from the psychiatrist that Lady Gaga says “saved her life?” </p><p>Mel sits down with Stanford-trained psychiatrist, trauma expert, and best-selling author Dr. Paul Conti to help you improve your mental ... Show More
1h 21m