You Probably Think This Story’s About You – Details, episodes & analysis

Danielle opens up about the challenging journey through her past relationships. With vulnerability and courage, she shares her experiences of marriage, co-parenting challenges, and encounters with partners who didn't honor her true value.  In a heartfelt conversation with Brit, Danielle reflects on learning to recognize warning signs in relationships and the transformative power of seeking support. Their discussion offers hope and understanding to women who may be facing similar hardships, emphasizing the strength it takes to heal and rediscover one's inherent worthiness.  This episode stands as a testament to resilience, providing a compassionate space for listeners to feel seen and supported. It gently reminds us that even after difficult times, there is always a path towards healing, self-love, and authentic connections.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd ________________________ *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brit and Gary discuss their unique family dynamics, showing love through problem-solving and witty remarks, these two grew up together and learn together. Brit shares her experience recovering from a manipulative relationship with a narcissist, emphasizing the importance of recognizing signs and maintaining boundaries. Gary offers support and advice for her moving forward, highlighting the value of resilience and maintaining strong relationships despite hardships.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd ________________________ *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Chapter 5 of 8] In the search for answers Brittani retraces the last year of Braileigh’s life. As Braileigh struggled to find her path after high school, she ran into the typical young adult growing pains. Then on New Year’s Eve their family changed forever. Brittani and her father, Gary, recount the story of the agonizing aftermath of the tragedy.   Resolution for a tragedy of this magnitude could never be singular, and this is a grief that the family will always carry. But it is in that grief that Brittani becomes who she is today, a fierce protector of the women who come into her orbit.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Love UnHinged Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd ____________   *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Chapter 4 of 8] Brittani and Braileigh are ready to leave their tumultuous past behind. But Brittiani quickly realizes that even in this haven, life has a way of throwing curveballs. Unable to adjust to a life without chaos, Brittani rebels, setting off a chain reaction of events that lead to a custody battle and hard learned lessons for Brittani, Braileigh, and their dad. Amidst the chaos, Braileigh's soft confidence begins to shine as she is growing into an adult and budding artist.  While the world is relentless at times, these sisters are made of tougher stuff. They find solace in the family's weekly Sunday dinner at Granny’s house, a tradition that becomes the glue holding their family together through the toughest of times.   *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd _____________    *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Chapter 3 of 8] Who gets the story of their wife's death wrong?  A man who's not telling the truth.  As the messages and information start to pour in, Brittani notices the similarities between herself and the other women, but their versions of Kanon couldn’t be more different.  On the road to understanding the depth of his deception Brittani wonders how she could have missed the signs. Before she can truly comprehend the depth of the pain he caused, Brittani must process her past and how she got here. Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Love UnHinged Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd _____________  *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Chapter 2 of 8] In the back of Brittani’s mind, a tiny voice whispers a warning: something is wrong. She finds herself at a crossroads, torn between her deep feelings for Kanon* and the unsettling doubts that have crept into their romance. She tries to push aside her doubts, wanting desperately to believe that Kanon was the one she had been waiting for. But the cracks in their seemingly flawless relationship begins to show, leaving Brittani to question everything about him.  As she starts to unravel what she knows about him, the mystery surrounding Kanon deepens. With new information surfacing she wonders if anything he told her is true.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd _____________ *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[Chapter 1 of 8] When Brittani Ard matches with Kanon* on Hinge sparks fly. Their first date revealed an instant connection and chemistry. Kanon is devastatingly handsome with a charm that disarmed even the most guarded heart — plus he is surprisingly emotionally available for a man in his forties. It’s as if the universe has conspired to bring them together, two soulmates destined to find each other.   The couple spends the next five months diving fast into a whirlwind romance. Their connection so intense and their bond so deep that it seems like Brittani’s fairytale has finally found its happy ending. Until one weekend that changed her life forever.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd _________ *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You Probably Think This Story's About You" is an exploration of love, betrayal, and the far-reaching consequences of one man's deceit, told through the eyes of the women whose lives were irrevocably changed by it.  Brittani Ard is on a quest for the truth. She wants to understand how Kanon — the man she once believed to be her soulmate — could have deceived her so deeply. As the devastating revelations unfold, exposing the depths of his lies, Brittani embarks on a journey to uncover the truth. The road to understanding is paved with Brittani’s complex childhood, marked by addiction, sisterhood, and the deep family ties that shaped her. But there’s one question left: who is this story really about?   One thing's for sure – it's not him anymore.  Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Executive Producer Brittani Ard  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are hard at work on Season 2. In the meantime, enjoy one of my new favorite show’s Family Secrets. We’ll be back with more bonus content from Season 1 next week.   Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors  Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd _____ 'I Dug It Up' is the first episode of the most recent season of Family Secrets. Growing up, Whit was extremely close with her mother. But when she becomes pregnant in her twenties, her mother extracts herself entirely; she spends the rest of her life pretending as if Whit simply does not exist. Why? To answer this burning question, Whit must dig and dig and dig.  More about Family Secrets: Family Secrets. We all have them. And while the discovery of family secrets can initially be terrifying or traumatic, often these discoveries have the power to liberate, heal, and even uplift us. Join Dani Shapiro, bestselling author of the memoir Inheritance, and her guests as they explore astonishing family secrets and uncover the extraordinary lessons the truth can teach us. More from Family Secrets: https://danishapiro.com/family-secrets/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tasya spills the tea on her relationship with Kanon. From their first date at Ikea to ghosting, in this raw interview Tasya candidly reflects on the red flags she missed and the ones she noticed. Brit and Tasya get real about manipulation, gaslighting, hard-learned lessons, and how Kanon impacted their lives moving forward.   Sponsor information at https://brittaniard.com/sponsors Executive Producer Brittani Ard Join me on Patreon for ad-free episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, merch, and early access to my Girls Night Out Tour: https://patreon.com/BrittaniArd ________________________ *Some names and details have been changed to conceal the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.  This episode may contain mentions and descriptions of addiction, suicide, mental health issues, and drug abuse.   If you are having thoughts of suicide or are in an unsafe situation. Please reach out to the resources below.     Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or Text 988  https://www.988lifeline.org Childhelp Call or Text 800.422.4453  https://www.childhelphotline.org/ National Drug Helpline call 844.289.0879 https://www.drughelpline.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline  www.thehotline.com HelpGuide  Narcissist Abuse Resource https://www.helpguide.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices