cover of episode 235: What if delusion consumed your family?

235: What if delusion consumed your family?

2022/5/17
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The episode explores the early life of the guest's parents, their marriage, and the father's increasing control and delusions, which began to impact the family dynamics.

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“A family tree is not permanent…You’re allowed to trim some branches.”

Today’s guest requested to remain anonymous. But if you’d like to reach out to her, you can email at [email protected]

 

**Producers: **Whit Missildine, Jason Blalock

 

Episode Summary: After growing up with a patriarchal Christian family, a woman grapples with her father losing touch with reality when his delusions begin to dramatically unravel the family narratives

 

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**Content/Trigger Warnings: domestic violence, abuse, **sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of a minor, explicit language

 

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Intro Music: "Illabye" – Tipper

**Music Bed: **Ambient Themes by Nigel Coutinho

 

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