Episodes

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...

In this episode of 'Midlife Crisis: Bomb Drop and Beyond,' host Trina Laird delves into the unsettling reality of midlife crises, particularly the trend where individuals in crisis marry their affair partners. She provides an...

This episode explores how mlc pushes individuals into a realm of psychological and spiritual darkness, impacting families and communities significantly. The episode discusses the role of affair partners in exacerbating the cr...

In this episode our host aligns the MLC experience with Adjustment Disorder, a recognized condition in the DSM that responds to specific stressors and exhibits intense symptoms just like MLC. By framing the midlife crisis wit...

This episode describes the progression from destructive chaos to the silent, introspective 'tunnel' stage, where the affected party is physically present but emotionally distant. While the crisis-stricken individual battles a...

In this episode, the host traces the history of how the term 'midlife crisis' was coined in the 1960s by Canadian psychoanalyst Elliot Jacques. Before becoming part of popular vernacular, midlife crises were often misundersto...

This episode explores the unsettling reality of midlife crises, highlighted by rumors surrounding Keith Urban and Nicole Kidman's marriage. It discusses how a midlife crisis can lead to unexpected behavioral changes and relat...

This episode uncovers the hidden layers of midlife crises, focusing on the devastating impact they have on families and relationships. It draws parallels with the psychological thriller 'The Girlfriend', explaining how it mir...

This episode continues with Ruth's story as we dive deep into the emotional turmoil of experiencing a spouse's midlife crisis and gender transition. It sheds light on the psychological effects left behind on partners and fami...

In our Season 2 Premiere we are introduced to Ruth, a wife navigating the emotional complexities of her husband's unexpected transition into a woman. Amidst their 13-year marriage, Ruth was blindsided by this revelation and f...