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We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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The most powerful conversations are the ones we usually avoid. Hosted by Paul C. Brunson, We Need To Talk is a show that empowers people to have the conversations they avoid by creating a safe, supportive, and insightful space that encourages vulnerability, self-discovery, and real-world connection. From breakups to breakthroughs, conflict to connection, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the human experiences and relationships that define us. Instagram: @needtotalk TikTok: @weneedtotalkpod Relationships Social Sciences
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  • We're Talking The Cost of Alcoholism

    We're Talking The Cost of Alcoholism
    Jul 9 2026
    For Alcohol Awareness Week, Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean, and performer Louie Spence, open up about the impact alcohol addiction has had on their lives and families. In this shorter cut from We Need To Talk, AJ reflects on his own journey with alcohol addiction, recovery and the turning point that forced him to confront the double life he was living. Louie shares the heartbreaking reality of growing up with a mother who struggled with alcoholism, the impact her death had on him and his family, and the grief that followed. (00:00) Intro (00:39) What's the Difference Between Alex and AJ? (05:07) AJ Recounts His Rock Bottom Moment With Alcohol (11:00) Louie Talks About His Mother's Alcoholism and the Impact of Her Death on Him and His Family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Jo Frost: “I Was Bullied!” Her Breaking Point, and the Parenting Emergency

    Jo Frost: “I Was Bullied!” Her Breaking Point, and the Parenting Emergency
    Jul 7 2026
    Jo Frost, the world-renowned parenting expert and Supernanny, returns to We Need To Talk to discuss the parenting crisis, teen takeovers, phone addiction, bullying, cyberbullying, corporal punishment and the emotional needs children are missing today. After her first conversation reached millions around the world, Jo reflects on the overwhelming response, the families who felt seen by her words, and why she believes parents and children are facing one of the most urgent crises of our time. Jo opens up about being bullied for three years at school, the moment she finally fought back, and why she still feels conflicted about what happened. She and Paul also discuss Big Tech, cry-it-out sleep training and the emotional hunger so many children are living with today. Raw, practical and deeply emotional, Jo Frost returns for the conversation parents have been asking for. Jo Frost, We Need To Talk (00:00) Intro (01:42) Jo Frost on the Impact of Her First We Need To Talk Interview (06:07) Jo Frost Reacts to Viewer Comments From Supernanny (12:19) Jo Frost Explains Teen Takeovers and Modern Parenting Challenges (24:20) How Smartphones Affect Children and Teenagers (38:29) ID Mobile Ad (41:04) Cyberbullying Statistics and the Impact on Children (44:11) Jo Frost Opens Up About Being Bullied at School (54:19) Shopify Ad (55:36) Jo Frost on Corporal Punishment and Child Discipline (01:07:18) Parenting Advice Online and the Rise of Misinformation (01:12:55) Jo Frost Debunks the Cry It Out Method for Babies (01:15:59) Jo Frost Reunites With the Browns From Supernanny (01:17:59) The Browns Send Jo Frost a Surprise Video Message (01:19:55) Audience Questions for Jo Frost (01:36:08) The Most Important Conversation Parents Can Have With Their Child (01:39:49) Paul’s Takeaways This episode includes discussion of mental health. If you’re struggling with these themes or your own mental health, remember you’re not alone. You can find help and resources at the links below: CALM: https://linkly.link/2dx8H MIND: https://linkly.link/2dx8b Follow us here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Sign up to our newsletter https://linkly.link/2eXHX Follow Jo here: https://www.instagram.com/jofrost/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jofrost Sponsored by: iD Mobile: Ditch the texts and ‘Make it a Call’ — your voice is more powerful than you think. https://www.idmobile.co.uk/make-it-a-call?affiliate=marketing%7CYouTube_Display%7CMakeItACall_Brand&utm_source=YouTube&utm_medium=Display&utm_campaign=MakeItACall&utm_content=Brand Shopify: www.shopify.co.uk/needtotalk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Who Is The REAL Rose McGowan? I Was Raised In A Cult

    Who Is The REAL Rose McGowan? I Was Raised In A Cult
    Jul 2 2026
    Rose McGowan opens up about her extraordinary life before the headlines, from growing up in Italy around Children of God to being sent to America as a child and trying to understand where she belonged. Rose reflects on her complicated relationship with her father, the absence of safety in her early life, changing her name, legally emancipating herself at 15, and finding her way into Hollywood. This is a rare, deeply personal conversation about identity, survival, fame, and the woman behind the public image. (00:00) Intro (01:00) Rose Breaks Down Her Childhood in Italy and the Children of God (07:01) Rose's Experience of Moving to America (11:44) Rose's Early Love of Performing (12:35) How and Why Rose Moved to Hollywood (14:38) Rose's First Experience on a Hollywood Set (15:41) Living With Her Mother in Hollywood (20:14) Why Rose Emancipated Herself at 15 Years Old (21:42) Rose's First Role in The Doom Generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
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Since finding Paul's Podcast I have listened to every single one and make sure to stay updated because he interviews so well and gets right down to the deep important revelations that can help us to improve our relationships and emotional wellbeing! Interesting insightful guests

Enlightening

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love The choice of guests for these podcasts really digs deep into some Q

addicted

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I love this Podcast. Most of all, I love Paul! His voice, humour and his interview technique. He appears to be such a lovely guy, who appears to have integrity. Unusual. Respect.

Interesting, measured and calming

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So honest and an absolute look into the life of real people. Behind the screens - music !!! They are real people and I think most people forget that ❤️

Absolutely breathtaking

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I love to listen to Paul. He had such a way with people and getting them to see things from another perspective. I have learnt alot from listening to him speak with others and have adopted what I have learnt from him in both my professional and personal life and its made a huge positive difference!

What is not to love about Paul?

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