Episodes

This episode explores the intersection of midlife crises and the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting how the added stressors of isolation, fear, and uncertainty exacerbated existing emotional struggles. Today Trina Laird discusse...

This episode delves into the concept of false fear narratives, highlighting how reality inversion can distort perceptions and relationships. The conversation offers insights into managing these crises by focusing on calm, tru...

This episode sheds light on the intricate emotional landscape of parental abandonment during midlife crises. Affected adult children grapple with not only the loss of their fathers but also the silent desertion by grandparent...

In this episode of 'MLC Bomb Drop and Beyond,' Claire shares her personal journey through her husband's midlife crisis. It began after a series of professional and personal challenges, including job loss and a health scare. O...

January is often dubbed the 'Super Bowl of Divorce,' with many marriages unraveling after the holiday season. The podcast, MLC Bomb Drop and Beyond, addresses this trend, emphasizing that January filings are not acts of coura...

This episode explores the harrowing journey through a midlife crisis, a tumultuous and self-destructive path often misunderstood by others. It delves into themes of personal disintegration, avoiding responsibility, and the al...

In our New Years Episode I'm happy to introduce you to Lexi, married 24 years to her high school sweetheart when all of a sudden the bomb was dropped. Now divorced, her husband has broken up with the AP and has a new girlfrie...

This episode explores the concept of a midlife crisis and its psychological impact, drawing parallels with the popular TV show 'Stranger Things.' We discuss how the Upside Down world in the show symbolizes unprocessed trauma ...

In this episode, Dr. Jake Porter discusses the traumatic ripple effects of betrayal and offers a path to healing for those devastated by it. As a pioneer in couple-centered recovery, Dr. Porter explains the myriad ways betray...

This episode focuses particularly on vanishers, those who abruptly abandon their families, often triggered by deep-seated emotional wounds which originated in early childhood. The episode outlines stages from pre-crisis ident...

For left behind spouses, the aftermath of a partner's midlife crisis can be emotionally devastating. This episode of the podcast explores the underlying reasons why individuals in crisis might avoid confrontation, leading to ...

Midlife crises can be destabilizing, causing emotional turmoil and unexpected challenges. The podcast episode discusses the potential risks of severe midlife crises, including suicide and violence, and underscores the need fo...

This episode explores the emotional turmoil of experiencing an unanswered apology from a vanishing spouse, one who disappears amid a midlife crisis. Though difficult, the speaker encourages listeners to find gratitude in thes...

This episode wraps up our Gratitude week as we shed light on the emotional turmoil men face during a midlife crisis and the hidden strength they harbor after being cheated on and betrayed by their wife. Highlighting stories o...

This episode of MLC Bomb Drop highlights the incredible resilience and transformation of women who have turned midlife crises into opportunities for reinvention. Featuring stories of trailblazers like Martha Stewart and Debbi...

Welcome to our very first Thanksgiving Episode - all week we have been touching on reminders of all the wonderful things in our lives even at the darkest time of being dragged through MLC. There is still so much to be gratefu...

In this podcast episode, the host encourages listeners to find gratitude despite being engulfed in chaos. Children, often the unseen heroes amidst midlife crisis fallout, deserve recognition for their resilience and strength....

Celebrating our Grateful Thanksgiving week today we focus on gratitude for the growth that comes from overcoming life's challenges. We reassure listeners that healing is unique to each individual, emphasizing the importance o...

Gratitude Week takes a bold turn as we dive into the difficult reality of midlife crises. Host Trina Laird leads a heartfelt discussion on appreciating steadfast truths, even when they upend lives. This episode explores the s...

As we launch Gratitude Week Trina disccusses the shifts from traditional Thanksgiving themes to appreciating clarity, resilience, and the support one receives from non-blood-related family members. This episode emphasizes und...

Today's episode highlights the internal struggle individuals face as they attempt to flee from their inner 'monsters,' projecting their fears and dissatisfaction onto those closest to them. With references to popular films an...

Trina hosts Nikki on the 'MLC Bomb Drop and Beyond' podcast, where they dive into the emotional depths of a midlife crisis fueled by infidelity. After a 26-year marriage built on partnership, Nikki's world turned upside down ...

This episode explores the intersection of midlife crisis and supernatural beliefs, using the story of Mara, whose husband's betrayal led her to a spiritual journey. Despite doctors finding no explanation for her sudden physic...

In this emotional podcast episode, Karen shares her story of how a seemingly perfect marriage was upended by her husband's midlife crisis. From their meeting in 2001 to a sudden and unexplained departure in 2022, Karen detail...