We're All Insane
A podcast where real people share raw, unfiltered stories about their lives, challenges, and traumas that have shaped them. Each episode offers a deep dive into the unique journey of the guest—No scripts. No interruptions. Just authentic storytelling that unfolds naturally, in the guest's own words. If you have a story you'd like to share on the podcast, please send an email to wereallinsanepodcast@gmail.com or fill out a form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUFf5ushHFd57GAZ2hAg5vvTSZNQxlOaRutdjggN-HQjufYw/viewform
My Boyfriend Trafficked Me
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My Family Stole My Identity
-We're All Insane Plus for Bonus Episodes, Ad-Free Listening, Access to New Show, Guided Mediations: https://wereallinsane.com Growing up in Brazil, things looked pretty normal on the outside—but there were always weird things happening. Letters showing up in her name, people coming to the house asking for her… and none of it made sense at the time. When she was 12, she found out why. Someone in her own family had stolen her identity and created companies in her name, leaving her with a massive amount of debt before she was even a teenager. We talk about what that...
I Killed My R*pist
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I Lost $10 Million Gambling
#foryou #podcast #ad Support your cells and how you age with Mitopure® Gummies from Timeline. Visit https://timeline.com/insane and save up to 39% off your Mitopure® Gummies. Growing up in New York City with a news anchor mom and a lawyer father, his life looked stable from the outside. Behind the scenes, addiction took over. Multiple arrests, a 900mg-a-day Oxy habit, and a gambling addiction that cost him over $10 million pushed him to the edge of losing everything. Louis's Links: https://linktr.ee/nothingsoffthetable www.youtube.com/@nothingsoffthetable https://www.instagram.com/nothingsoffpod -We're All Insane PLUS for Bo...
R*ped By My Mom
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Daughter of a Killer
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Drugged and R*ped at Work Party
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Stroke at 18 Years Old
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Lost My Virginity to My Stepbrother and Got Pregnant
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Being Gay in a Homophobic House
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I Accidentally Paralyzed My Dad
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#foryou #podcast Courtney's life was permanently altered by a single, unthinkable accident — accidentally running over her own father and disabling him. We talk about the crushing guilt, the aftermath of addiction, abandonment, and the impossible position of becoming his caretaker while still raising her own family. Courtney's Links: ~Tiktok: @courtkline https://www.tiktok.com/@courtkline?_r=1&_t=ZT-92zuIdPfH3e ~Instagram: @courtkline https://www.instagram.com/courtkline?igsh=MWxrenlqODcyMWRlbA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr ~$100 off GLP-1 through Shed https://lddy.no/1nwx4 Code: COURTKI100 ~Coming soon! More Than Mother Podcast ~TikTok: @morethanmotherpod htt...
Schizophrenia Took My Brother
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Postpartum Psychosis Nearly Killed Me
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#foryou #podcast Meagan opens up about severe postpartum depression that turned into terrifying delusions, intrusive thoughts, and suicidal ideation. Even as an RN, she didn’t recognize how bad it had gotten. She shares the shame, fear, and silence so many women carry after childbirth but are too afraid to admit. Maternal Health Helpline: 833-852-6262 Time Stamps: 00:00:00 — What happens when postpartum depression is ignored and left untreated? 00:01:38 — Why do so many mothers hide postpartum mental health struggles? 00:02:31 — How rare is postpartum psychosis and why is it so dangerous? 00:03:55 — How does upbringing and religio...
Growing Up in Stage 5 Hoarder Home
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#foryou #podcast In todays episode, Summer, a CPTSD survivor and advocate who grew up in extreme neglect inside a stage 4–5 hoarder home walks us through her childhood which was marked by emotional and sexual abuse, food insecurity, and long periods without basic necessities—alongside severe animal hoarding and cruelty. After more than 20 years of silence, Summer spoke up and helped shut down her parents’ backyard breeding operation, giving a voice to animals and children who were never protected. Connect with Summer: • TikTok: @summerjoy4 (https://www.tiktok.com/@summerjoy4) • Instagram: @summerjoy.cptsd_survivor (https://www...
Child Rape Victim of the YMCA
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#foryou #podcast In this episode, a survivor breaks decades of silence to expose what happened inside the Huntington, New York YMCA. Between the ages of 9 and 12, they were repeatedly raped by three male YMCA employees. The abuse wasn’t isolated—there were dozens of child victims. For years, the truth was buried, protected by an institution that failed the children in its care. Nearly 50 years later, everything changed. Time Stamps: 00:00:00 — What does it mean when childhood trauma shapes an entire lifetime? 00:01:07 — What was it like growing up in a large working-class family in the 19...
Held Hostage by Somali Pirates
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#foryou #podcast In 2011, while working on an education mission in Somalia, Jessica was abducted at gunpoint and held hostage by Somali pirates for 93 days. She was forced to live outdoors, starved, and threatened daily as her health rapidly declined. On January 25, 2012, her captivity ended with a dramatic rescue carried out by SEAL Team Six, authorized by President Obama. Jessica's Links: https://www.amazon.com/How-Survive-Survival-Meaningful-Contribution/dp/1958472352/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=1KUJNWLMHS1DJ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.lFeuwg5Po5LcNnhDjwrujwWb_-fnK6FoUXEv11xr14Y.UCcif3-ZISImT-qxh4w6KvXP1EFTrsMHFE44z9vVWPY&dib_tag=s...
My Dad Shot My Mom in the Face
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#foryou #podcast When Chell was just 18 months old, her father—a police officer—shot her mother in the face while she slept and walked free. What followed were years of abuse, foster care, loss, and survival. In this episode, Chell shares the trauma that shaped her life, the night her husband died in her arms, and how she found purpose after everything tried to break her. Chell's Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeyondtheMonsters Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthemonsters TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@beyondthemonsters ApplePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podca...
Groomed by High School Softball Coach
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Kate opens up about a relationship that began when she was just 16 years old—with her 32-year-old high school softball coach. What started in secrecy eventually grew into years of manipulation, abuse, and silence from the adults who were supposed to protect her.
She walks us through how the relationship began, how it continued even after the school was alerted, and how she carried the weight of it into...
My Mom Was My First Bully
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My Daughter Has Been Abducted for 15 Years
#foryou #podcast In 2010, two days after Christmas, Iain hugged his daughter goodbye—believing she was simply going to the library. He never saw her again. What followed was a shocking case of familial human trafficking, international abduction, and systemic failure. The U.S. Embassy called it “out of jurisdiction.” Courts ignored his pleas. Desperate, he confronted the man he believed was his daughter’s abuser—only to be incarcerated for 50 months in Poland. Iain spent four years in prison, wrote a book, and is now speaking worldwide, still fighting to be heard. Iain's Links: https://www.iloveyoulikeone.com/ https://www.amazon...
Traveled Route 66 Alone in Full Blown Alcoholism
#foryou #podcast Riley traveled Route 66 alone during the darkest stage of her alcoholism. What started as an escape turned into a harsh look at the reality of her addiction. She shares what that journey was truly like and how it became a turning point. Riley has now been sober for over two years, and this story is a reminder of how far healing can take you. Riley's Links: Tik Tok: riwhey_orthehighway Instagram: riwhey_orthehighway 00:00:00 — What does it feel like to finally admit you’re an alcoholic?00:01:06 — How does childhood ADHD treatment shape your mental health later in life?00:02:18 — Why do k...
Forced into Child Labor
#foryou #podcast A childhood built on fear, control, and unthinkable loss—followed by years of silence, survival, and the long fight to reclaim her life. Tana opens up about the darkness she was born into, the strength it took to escape, and what healing really looks like after a lifetime of trauma. Links: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline https://988lifeline.org/ PHP vs IOP: What’s The Difference? https://thebridgeway.com/blog/php-vs-iop-whats-the-difference/ The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker & | Hachette Book Group https://share.google/J8ErtTuzmLl7wFixF https://www.linkedin.com/in/tana-jo-almand-47b1b9149?utm_source=share&utm...
Hit and Run Over 3 Times
#foryou #podcast On May 21st, 2018, Naseem’s life changed forever when she was hit and then run over three times by a car. What could have been the end became the beginning of a remarkable journey of healing, transformation, and purpose. Now, Naseem celebrates that day each year as Unbreakable Day, a reminder of her decision to turn unimaginable pain into empowerment. Her book, “The Unexpected Benefits of Being Run Over,” and her work as a speaker help others find meaning, growth, and strength in their own experiences of trauma. Naseem's Links: Website: https://naseemrochette.com/ Book: https://www.amazon...
My Parents Murdered My 5-Month-Old Brother
#foryou #podcast Tracey was adopted out of foster care after his biological parents murdered his 5-month-old brother.The ripple effects of that tragedy shaped everything that came after — the trauma, the confusion, and eventually, the long road toward healing. This is his story of growing up with a past he didn’t choose, learning the truth about where he came from, and finding peace in the life he has built since. Tracey's Links: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahgray157?_t=ZT-90kIwUeOM0s&_r=1 00:00:00 What happens when a baby is born into violence and neglect? 00:03:10 How does the fost...
My Mom Held Me Hostage
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Stardyy grew up in a chaotic home where her dad was absent, and her mom became obsessively controlling — even stalking her and trapping her in her room until social services stepped in.
At 22, she moved to a new city hoping for a fresh start but ended up homeless multiple times, working in the sex trade and battling OCD and complex PTSD.
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Addicted to Gas Station Heroin
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Trapped On My Bathroom Floor for 2 Years
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My Wife Died During Childbirth
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Weston shares the heartbreaking story of losing his wife during childbirth — a moment that forever changed his life. From holding his newborn in the NICU to navigating single fatherhood, deep grief...
My Dad Murdered My Mom and Sister
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Finding Out My Boyfriend Had a Wife
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From Med Student to Porn Star
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I Was Abducted by Aliens
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Michelle was abducted by aliens as a child—experiments, rituals, and dark agendas she couldn’t understand until years later. Through flashbacks, meditation, and plant medicine, she uncovered the truth behind those experiences and turned them into a path of healing.
Now a psychic energy healer, she works to remove implants, clear entities, and free trapped souls—helping people reclaim their sovereig...
R*ped By My Uncle for 10 Years
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For the first time, Raven is sharing the story she has never told anyone—about the abuse she survived starting at just 3 years old, and how it shaped every part of her life. She has carried this silence for decades, but now is ready to turn her pain into purpose and speak out for others who can’t.
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My Husband Died 4 Days After Our Wedding
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Just days after her wedding, while pregnant with their first child, her husband suddenly passed away. In her 20s and newly widowed, she was forced to face the unthinkable—grieving the love of her life while preparing to bring their baby into the world. In this conversation, Brie opens up about the pain, the loneliness, and what it’s really like to start over when your future is ripped away overnight.
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Raised by a Serial Child Rapist
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Kelsey grew up with a father who abused her, her sister—and other children. For years, she was silent. Eventually, she found a way out at 13 years old but is still processing the violence a decade later.
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Escaping Jehovah’s Witness Abuse
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Caitlin was raised as a Jehovah’s Witness in a home where abuse was covered up, silence was enforced, and going to the authorities was discouraged—even in cases of sexual abuse.
Thrown out as a teen for leaving the religion, Caitlin spent years battling depression, anxiety, psychosis, and addiction. Her family dismissed her struggles, labeling her...
Growing up with 45 Siblings | Raised to be Polygamist
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Ashley grew up in a polygamous family—where one dad, six wives, and dozens of kids lived under one roof. She shares the surprising realities of her childhood, the family dynamics, the challenges, and the unexpected beauty of life in such a massive household.
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Californias Most Wanted for Drug Trafficking
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He was once one of Northern California’s Top 10 Most Wanted—on the run for three years and locked up twice for drug trafficking. But today, he's not hiding from the law—he's inspiring thousands. This is the raw, unfiltered story Bryan, who hit rock bottom and turned his life around.
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Escaping the Father of My Child: Domestic Abuse
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Gracie shares her journey through domestic violence, abuse, and survival. At just 20 years old and pregnant, Grace found herself trapped in an abusive relationship with someone she had once trusted. What began with physical abuse escalated into terrifying forms of control, manipulation, and trauma — all while she fought to protect her daughter.
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I Survived The Worst Case of Child Abuse in Kansas
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In 1999, the state of Kansas witnessed one of the most horrifying cases of child abuse in its history. This is the true story of a young girl who endured unimaginable pain, isolation, and neglect—but against all odds, she survived.
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