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In this engaging conversation, Jo Piazza shares her journey as a bestselling author, podcaster, and mother of three. She discusses her health recovery, the challenges of balancing her prolific writing career with family life, and the importance of having support systems in place. Jo also delves into her writing process, the hustle behind marketing her books, and the exciting new projects she is working on, including a podcast spin-off. The discussion highlights the realities of being a successful author in today's market and the significance of community and word-of-mouth in promoting her work. Jo also shares her journey of uncovering her family's history through the lens of her podcast and novel, 'The Sicilian Inheritance.' She discusses the cultural significance of Sicilian women, her experiences in Sicily, and the process of creating a true crime podcast. Jo goes on to delve into the influence of social media on traditional gender roles, particularly through the phenomenon of 'Trad Wives.' Jo emphasizes the power of fiction to challenge societal norms and shares insights into her upcoming projects, including a new book exploring the rise of female breadwinners.   Thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist  Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off   Jo Piazza             Email_ [email protected] Website_ https://www.jopiazza.com/  Linkedin_https://www.linkedin.com/in/jo-piazza-86223519 FB_ https: https://www.facebook.com/johanna.piazza/ Instagram_https://www.instagram.com/jopiazzaauthor/ X: https://x.com/jopiazza Podcast_Under the Influence with Jo Piazza Podcast Book_ The Sicilian Inheritance: A Novel   Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more.   Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked   Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins speaks with Lisa Phillips, a former international Ford model and Epstein survivor, about her harrowing experiences and why she felt compelled to return to Epstein after her initial abuse. Lisa opens up about her multicultural upbringing, her modeling career, and the manipulative tactics Epstein used to lure and trap his victims. She shares the emotional and psychological struggles she endured, the complicated feelings she had towards Epstein, and how she eventually found strength in sharing her story and advocating for other survivors. This episode contains in-depth discussions on grooming, sexual assault, and the complexities of power dynamics in abusive relationships.   Thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist  Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off   Lisa Phillips: Email_  [email protected] YouTube_https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=from+now+on+pod IG_https://www.instagram.com/iam Podcast_https://www.lisaphillips.la/podcast TikTok_https://www.tiktok.com/@modellifewithlisa Blog _  https://www.lisaphillips.la/blog   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more.   Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked   Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins speaks with Lisa Phillips, a former international Ford model and Epstein survivor, about her harrowing experiences and why she felt compelled to return to Epstein after her initial abuse. Lisa opens up about her multicultural upbringing, her modeling career, and the manipulative tactics Epstein used to lure and trap his victims. She shares the emotional and psychological struggles she endured, the complicated feelings she had towards Epstein, and how she eventually found strength in sharing her story and advocating for other survivors. This episode contains in-depth discussions on grooming, sexual assault, and the complexities of power dynamics in abusive relationships.   Thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist  Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off   Lisa Phillips: Email_  [email protected] YouTube_https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=from+now+on+pod IG_https://www.instagram.com/iam Podcast_https://www.lisaphillips.la/podcast TikTok_https://www.tiktok.com/@modellifewithlisa Blog _  https://www.lisaphillips.la/blog   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more.   Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked   Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter interview Ally Iseman, a relationship coach specializing in non-monogamy. Ally shares her personal journey from a disastrous attempt to open up a monogamous relationship to becoming a prominent figure in the sex-positive community, hosting educational events, and coaching couples on how to navigate non-monogamy successfully. The conversation explores different forms of non-monogamous relationships, the importance of communication, and the necessity of having a solid foundational relationship before opening up. Ally also highlights the societal stigma around non-monogamy and the risks involved in being public about it. The discussion aims to demystify non-monogamy, offering insights and guidance for those curious about exploring different relationship dynamics.   Thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist  Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off    Ally Iseman: Contact:  [email protected] Website: www.passport2pleasure.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@passport2pleasure Substack: https://allyiseman.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passport2pleasure, https://www.instagram.com/allyiseman Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@passport2pleasure Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554151163099 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/passport2pleasure, www.linkedin.com/in/allyiseman   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more.   Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked   Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter interview Ally Iseman, a relationship coach specializing in non-monogamy. Ally shares her personal journey from a disastrous attempt to open up a monogamous relationship to becoming a prominent figure in the sex-positive community, hosting educational events, and coaching couples on how to navigate non-monogamy successfully. The conversation explores different forms of non-monogamous relationships, the importance of communication, and the necessity of having a solid foundational relationship before opening up. Ally also highlights the societal stigma around non-monogamy and the risks involved in being public about it. The discussion aims to demystify non-monogamy, offering insights and guidance for those curious about exploring different relationship dynamics.   Thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist  Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off    Ally Iseman: Contact:  [email protected] Website: www.passport2pleasure.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@passport2pleasure Substack: https://allyiseman.substack.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passport2pleasure, https://www.instagram.com/allyiseman Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@passport2pleasure Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554151163099 LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/passport2pleasure, www.linkedin.com/in/allyiseman   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more.   Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked   Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews journalist Suzanne Rico about her grandfather, who invented a cruise missile for Nazi Germany. Suzanne shares her journey of investigating her family's history, balancing the pride for her grandfather's engineering genius with the shame of his involvement with the Nazis. Suzanne discusses her mother's influence, her partnership with her sister Stephanie, and their emotional trip to Germany to uncover the truth. The episode dives deep into themes of historical accountability, personal legacy, and the implications of Nazi ideology in today's world.   And thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off   Suzanne Rico  Email_ [email protected]  Website_ https://suzannerico.com/ Linkedin_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-rico-1b503956 Instagram_https://www.instagram.com/suzannerico/ X_https://twitter.com/SuzanneRico IG_ https://www.instagram.com/suzannerico/ Podcast_The Man Who Calculated Death Podcast   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more. Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews journalist Suzanne Rico about her grandfather, who invented a cruise missile for Nazi Germany. Suzanne shares her journey of investigating her family's history, balancing the pride for her grandfather's engineering genius with the shame of his involvement with the Nazis. Suzanne discusses her mother's influence, her partnership with her sister Stephanie, and their emotional trip to Germany to uncover the truth. The episode dives deep into themes of historical accountability, personal legacy, and the implications of Nazi ideology in today's world.   And thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor:   Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE (All Caps) to receive 10% off   Suzanne Rico  Email_ [email protected]  Website_ https://suzannerico.com/ Linkedin_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-rico-1b503956 Instagram_https://www.instagram.com/suzannerico/ X_https://twitter.com/SuzanneRico IG_ https://www.instagram.com/suzannerico/ Podcast_The Man Who Calculated Death Podcast   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom Online Courses Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse, and more. Course Website: www.recoverhealbloom.com Use promo code: ONLYONE (all caps) to receive 10% off Trauma Unlocked Therapy Website: www.mercedescusick.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews Cheryl Hunter, a bestselling author, speaker, and media personality who survived a harrowing kidnapping and torture ordeal at the age of 18. Cheryl recounts her traumatic experiences, including how false promises in France lured her, tortured over several days, and ultimately left for dead. Despite these horrifying events, she emerged more assertive, using her experiences to create transformative personal development programs and support other survivors of trauma. Cheryl shares her insights into resilience, the power of storytelling, and her mission to rewrite the narrative surrounding adversity. The episode delves deep into the emotional and psychological scars of such trauma. It offers a poignant look at Cheryl’s extraordinary journey of overcoming the odds to help others find healing and strength. Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist, Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code OnlyOne to receive 10% off  Cheryl Hunter  [email protected] FB_  https://www.facebook.com/cherylhunter/ IG _   https://www.instagram.com/huntercheryl/ TikTok_ https://www.tiktok.com/@huntercheryl LinkedIn_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylhunter X_ https://x.com/HunterCheryl/ YouTube_ https://www.youtube.com/@cherylhunter Website_   https://cherylhunter.com/      Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom: Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse and more.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom/reel/C_0myBWPdlB/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom   Course Website https://recoverhealbloom.com/ Use promo code OnlyOne to receive 10% off   Therapy Website www.mercedescusick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins interviews Cheryl Hunter, a bestselling author, speaker, and media personality who survived a harrowing kidnapping and torture ordeal at the age of 18. Cheryl recounts her traumatic experiences, including how false promises in France lured her, tortured over several days, and ultimately left for dead. Despite these horrifying events, she emerged more assertive, using her experiences to create transformative personal development programs and support other survivors of trauma. Cheryl shares her insights into resilience, the power of storytelling, and her mission to rewrite the narrative surrounding adversity. The episode delves deep into the emotional and psychological scars of such trauma. It offers a poignant look at Cheryl’s extraordinary journey of overcoming the odds to help others find healing and strength. Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist, Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code OnlyOne to receive 10% off  Cheryl Hunter  [email protected] FB_  https://www.facebook.com/cherylhunter/ IG _   https://www.instagram.com/huntercheryl/ TikTok_ https://www.tiktok.com/@huntercheryl LinkedIn_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylhunter X_ https://x.com/HunterCheryl/ YouTube_ https://www.youtube.com/@cherylhunter Website_   https://cherylhunter.com/      Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom: Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse and more.   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom/reel/C_0myBWPdlB/   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom   Course Website https://recoverhealbloom.com/ Use promo code OnlyOne to receive 10% off   Therapy Website www.mercedescusick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter are joined by Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a specialized trauma therapist, author, and podcast host. Meghan reveals the profound impact of personal grief on her life, sharing intimate moments from her childhood trauma of losing Chris, a pivotal spiritual experience during a facility tour, and the profound emotional toll following the deaths of both parents. Meghan discusses reaching out to colleagues for help during a time when she was unable to function, culminating in her checking into a treatment facility. Her honesty highlights the human side of a professional deeply versed in grief, making powerful connections with Laura's life and grief experiences. The discussion underscores the importance of community and honest conversations in navigating grief and loss.   And thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor: Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist, Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE to receive 10% off   Meghan Riordan Jarvis Email [email protected] Website _https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/ Podcast _https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-is-my-side hustle/id1568936089 IG _https://www.instagram.com/meghan.riordan.jarvis/p/DDo3H6wJCxO/ FB _https://www.facebook.com/griefismysidehustle/photos/?_rdr LinkedIn_https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142/ YouTube_  https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142/ Book_Grief Is My Side Hustle    https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/books   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom: Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom/reel/C_0myBWPdlB/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Course Website https://recoverhealbloom.com/ Use promo code ONLYONE to receive 10% off Therapy Website www.mercedescusick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter are joined by Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a specialized trauma therapist, author, and podcast host. Meghan reveals the profound impact of personal grief on her life, sharing intimate moments from her childhood trauma of losing Chris, a pivotal spiritual experience during a facility tour, and the profound emotional toll following the deaths of both parents. Meghan discusses reaching out to colleagues for help during a time when she was unable to function, culminating in her checking into a treatment facility. Her honesty highlights the human side of a professional deeply versed in grief, making powerful connections with Laura's life and grief experiences. The discussion underscores the importance of community and honest conversations in navigating grief and loss.   And thanks for supporting today’s show sponsor: Mercedes Cusick Trauma Specialist, Course Website: https://recoverhealbloom.com/ - Use promo code ONLYONE to receive 10% off   Meghan Riordan Jarvis Email [email protected] Website _https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/ Podcast _https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-is-my-side hustle/id1568936089 IG _https://www.instagram.com/meghan.riordan.jarvis/p/DDo3H6wJCxO/ FB _https://www.facebook.com/griefismysidehustle/photos/?_rdr LinkedIn_https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142/ YouTube_  https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-riordan-jarvis-ma-licsw-071051142/ Book_Grief Is My Side Hustle    https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/books   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast    Recover Heal Bloom: Mercedes Cusick, LMFT, is an EMDR Certified and Advanced Trained Trauma Specialist and the creator of Trauma Unlocked: Understanding Your Childhood Trauma and Healing Your Nervous System to Restore Balance. She specializes in helping people recover from trauma, including childhood trauma, addiction, sexual trauma, narcissistic abuse and more. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/recoverhealbloom/reel/C_0myBWPdlB/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@recoverhealbloom TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@recoverhealbloom Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/recoverhealbloom LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/recoverhealbloom Course Website https://recoverhealbloom.com/ Use promo code ONLYONE to receive 10% off Therapy Website www.mercedescusick.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Laura Cathcart Robbins and Scott Slaughter share their distressing experience of surviving the 2025 Los Angeles fires in this special episode for 'Scott Talks'.They discuss the impact of the prolonged drought, theSanta Ana winds, and the rapid spread of the fires that affected various communities includingPacific Palisades and Altadena. The episode goes into detail about their emergency preparations, emotional struggles, and the profound sense of community and gratitude they felt during the crisis. They reflect on the importance of focusing on humanity and coming together in times of disaster. Laura Cathcart Robbins  Website  www.theonlyonepod.com                  https://lauracathcartrobbins.com/ [email protected] Website_ https://theonlyonepod.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/lauracathcartrobbins/?hl=en FB _https://www.facebook.com/lcrobbins1 Book Order   https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Stash/Laura-Cathcart-Robbins/9781668005330   Scott Slaughter  Website       www.theonlyonepod.com Email     [email protected], [email protected] Instagram www.instagram.com/dscottie633/ FB      https://www.facebook.com/scott.slaughter   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping episode of 'The Only One in the Room,' host Laura Cathcart Robbins speaks with Vietnamese American author, performer, and playwright Susan Lieu. Susan shares her poignant quest to avenge her mother's death caused by a negligent plastic surgeon, leading her to create a one-woman show and memoir. The episode delves into Susan's experiences growing up in a traditional Vietnamese family, her emotional struggles, and her relentless pursuit of justice and understanding. The conversation also touches on intergenerational healing, cultural practices, and the impact of her compelling work on her family's dynamics. Susan Lieu Email_ [email protected] Website_  https://www.susanlieu.me/ Linkedin_ https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Instagram_https://www.instagram.com/susanlieu/ FB_https://www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial/ Book_https://www.amazon.com/Manicurists-Daughter-Memoir-Susan-Lieu/dp/1250835046 Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Only One in the Room,' Andrea Owen, an author and life coach, joins Laura and Scott to discuss her experiences with divorce, personal growth, and recovery. Andrea shares openly about the challenges and nuances of navigating her second divorce, the impact of trauma from her previous marriage, and how she's integrating new methods like ketamine therapy into her recovery. The conversation also covers her newly updated book, changes in societal perceptions about marriage and relationships, and maintaining self-empowerment through life's transitions.   Andrea Owen  [email protected] Website_  https://andreaowen.com/ Podcast_ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-some-noise-with-andrea-owen/id642215846 IG_  https://www.instagram.com/heyandreaowen/ FB_  https://www.facebook.com/heyandreaowen/ LinkedIn _https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyandreaowen/ Pintrest_  https://www.pinterest.com/yourkickasslife/ YouTube_ https://www.youtube.com/user/YourKickAssLife Books_  https://andreaowen.com/books/   Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 'Only One in the Room,' Andrea Owen, an author and life coach, joins Laura and Scott to discuss her experiences with divorce, personal growth, and recovery. Andrea shares openly about the challenges and nuances of navigating her second divorce, the impact of trauma from her previous marriage, and how she's integrating new methods like ketamine therapy into her recovery. The conversation also covers her newly updated book, changes in societal perceptions about marriage and relationships, and maintaining self-empowerment through life's transitions. Andrea Owen  [email protected] Website_  https://andreaowen.com/ Podcast_ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/make-some-noise-with-andrea-owen/id642215846 IG_  https://www.instagram.com/heyandreaowen/ FB_  https://www.facebook.com/heyandreaowen/ LinkedIn _https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyandreaowen/ Pintrest_  https://www.pinterest.com/yourkickasslife/ YouTube_ https://www.youtube.com/user/YourKickAssLife Books_  https://andreaowen.com/books/ Only One In The Room: Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.theonlyonepod.com/  Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2P3sYOA  iTunes: https://apple.co/2UUZ04Y   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnlyOneintheRoomPodcast  Instagram: instagram.com/theonlyoneintheroom   X: https://x.com/TheOnlyOnePodc1  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheOnlyOneInTheRoomPodcast/  TikTok: tiktok.com/@theonlyoneintheroom Patreon: patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices