Next Up: Narcissism

Dr. Jaime Zuckerman is a licensed clinical psychologist who describes her show as taking a real, raw, and relatable approach to narcissistic abuse. The format mixes solo episodes where she unpacks specific patterns with longer interviews featuring other mental health professionals. Episodes range from 28 minutes to just over an hour, published weekly. The guest roster is strong. Recent episodes have featured conversations with Terri Cole on narcissistic parents and boundaries, Dr. Ingrid Clayton on trauma and the fawning response, and targeted episodes on scenarios like traveling with a narcissist or why couples therapy with a narcissistic partner is often a terrible idea. That last topic alone is something many people need to hear before they waste time and money on sessions that become another tool for manipulation. With 58 episodes and a 4.8 rating from 55 reviews, the show is newer but has built quality quickly. Dr. Zuckerman has a talent for breaking down narcissistic patterns across different relationship types -- romantic partners, parents, coworkers, friends. She talks about gaslighting, love bombing, and coercive control with clinical precision but in language that actually connects. The episode on couples therapy is a good litmus test for the whole show: practical, direct, and clearly coming from someone who has seen how these dynamics play out in real therapeutic settings.