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The Peripheral
Justin from the Generation Why collects personal stories from listeners about topics most consider taboo or shameful. Listeners reveal some of their darkest most cringe worthy moments in life to educate, entertain or to simply release into the world. Every episode will have a new topic or theme where nothing is considered taboo.
Episodes
The PeripheralStalking and DARVO in real time
If anyone has ever wanted to know what it's like to be stalked by a psychopath who projects all of their alleged harassment onto others, give this episode a…
The PeripheralAshley claims I'm going to murder a judge
So my psycho stalker Ashley Felk has called in multiple tips to crime stoppers in MI stating that I'm coming after her with a gun and that I'm planning to kill…
The PeripheralSerial Accuser
False accusations don't just damage reputations, they destabilize entire lives. When someone is wrongly accused, they can lose their job, lose relationships…
The PeripheralComing forward with Ashley
I had a guest named Ashley, who told a story of abuse at the hands of a famous guitarist from a heavy metal band. After the interview, Ashley stayed in contact…
The PeripheralAmy leaves the US for help
Episode Description In this episode of The Peripheral, Justin sits down with Amy to discuss her long battle with chronic knee injuries, frustrating experiences…
The PeripheralHoney Brooks
In this episode of The Peripheral, I sit down for a candid, wide-ranging conversation with Honey Brooks, an Australian OnlyFans creator, content entrepreneur…
The PeripheralECT with Kat
The Peripheral, host Justin sits down with Kat, who shares her deeply personal journey through treatment-resistant depression and her experience with…
The PeripheralCorrections
Megan never saw herself working behind prison walls. But when family expectations collide with personal values, she finds herself donning a uniform—not out of…
The PeripheralCaretaker - When the Parent Becomes the Child
In this heartfelt episode, I speak with Marissa realities of adult children stepping into the caregiver role for their aging parents. Our guest shares a deeply…
The PeripheralFrom Death to Burial: Funeral director Ben Schmidt tells all!
Today, I speak with Ben Schmidt, a licensed funeral director and content creator. I ask him questions about what happens after you die, how the body is…
The PeripheralXavier Virtual Nobody
I met Xavier many years ago at a meetup in California. He's incredibly talented and radiates positivity. Over the years, he's been involved in several music…
The PeripheralConsent
"Consent is the voluntary, informed, and enthusiastic agreement to engage in an activity, particularly when it comes to personal boundaries or intimate…
The PeripheralLisa, PTSD and ketamine, Oh my!
On today's episode, I welcome back Lisa, who was featured on episode 21, "Why We Don't Report Rape." A quick recap: she served in the Coast Guard and was…
The PeripheralMagic with Joe Diamond
Happy Halloween! For tonight's creepy episode, I interview Joe Diamond (what a name!) who is a mentalist and magician. He's had a storied career and life…
The PeripheralAfter Sobriety with Rebekah
Here on the peripheral, we talked a lot about drinking and alcoholism. Something we've never discussed is what happens once you stop drinking. What is it like…
The PeripheralADHD with Andrew
I have ADHD. Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. I've had it all my life but was only diagnosed a few years ago. I was told I had anxiety and depression…
The Peripheral88: Strictly Stalking
Welcome back to the peripheral, I was on the wine and crime podcast, ep 67 gossip at the corpse cart, Amanda and Lucy are hilarious and we had a lot of fun…
The Peripheral87: Why Don't They Leave - Caitlin
We can all sit back in our comfortable lives and question other people's decisions. Especially when it comes to relationships. We think we know what we'd do if…
The Peripheral86: How we persevere Shane's story
We hear a lot of stories about trauma and abuse on this podcast. After losing all of my siblings to mental health issues and addiction I must admit that I…
The Peripheral85: Travis Myers NYC Detective and Author
On today's episode I speak with Travis Myers who is a retired NYC Detective who has some incredible stories. It was such a casual conversation that we actually…
The Peripheral84: Secrets of a Sugar Daddy
Today I speak with Marcus who hosts the podcast Secrets of a Sugar Daddy. Marcus is very honest and unapologetic about his sugar dating lifestyle. He is…
The Peripheral83: Bullying
Welcome back to the peripheral, I missed last month so I owe you all an episode that I should be putting out in the next couple of weeks. I had made an…
The Peripheral83: Shades of Gray
Most people know I mostly steer clear of politics. I refrain from ever giving my opinion about any current events or political candidates on this podcast or…
The Peripheral82: The World According to Holden
Welcome back to the peripheral and happy new year. We all have our new year's resolutions. What is a resolution? It's something you want to change about your…
The Peripheral81: Grieving as a Mother
The holidays are typically about family, togetherness and celebration. On today's episode I speak with Kim who went through one of the worst tragedies a parent…
The Peripheral80: Erika's Story
Welcome back to the peripheral, for every episode I put out I try to create this intro where I tell the audience a little about what my guest will be…
The PeripheralMaze of Secrets
...1 eerie corn maze... ...9 haunting figures... ...9 spine-tingling tales... ...Will YOU find your way out? This holiday season, step into a labyrinth of…
The Peripheral79: Cursed
Have you ever felt like you live a cursed life or that your family had a curse leveled upon them? We think lightning can't strike twice but what if it does?…
The Peripheral78: Who's My Father?
On today's episode I decided to cover a story that was more lighthearted. I have some heavy topics coming up so I needed a break. Have you ever felt out of…
The Peripheral77: LA Not So Confidential
On today's episode I talk with DR. Shiloh and Dr. Scott who are Clinical Psychologists. I've interviewed experts in the past to gather more insight into topics…
The Peripheral76: Delusional Parasitosis
On today's episode my guest talks about what it's like to have a family member struggling with delusional parasitosis. This is a mental condition where a…
The Peripheral75: Hush
On this episode I speak with Brandon about his younger brother Elliot. Elliot's life, influence on the world around him and sadly his death. Brandon is a song…
The Peripheral74: How Not to Kill Yourself with Clancy Martin
Today I speak with Clancy Martin about his new book and the topic of suicide. Clancy's book How Not to Kill Yourself is a very stark yet uplifting journey…
The Peripheral73: Masochism
On this week's episode I speak with Katie who from a early age realized she needed something more when it came to sexual gratification. As with most of us, it…
The Peripheral72: Book Of Matthew
On todays episode I speak with Matthew who at 40 had a life altering event. He collapse onto the floor at work and work up in a daze at a hospital. Once the…
The Peripheral71: Brooke's House
On Today's episode I speak with Kevin who experienced one of the worst loses a father can suffer. As most of us know the opioid/heroin epidemic has truly left…
The Peripheral70: Mike's Comics
On Today's episode I speak with Mike who's a recovering alcoholic. Mike paints a clear picture of how far alcoholism can drag you down and what happens when…
The Peripheral69: Dual Life
Jackie was a hard-working single mom who was frustrated with the dating scene, but decided to give things another try. She'll be introduced to the…
The Peripheral68: Gluing the Pieces Back Together
Today I speak with two amazing and strong mothers. They both went through pregnancies' where everything that could go wrong, went wrong. We cover the lack of…
The Peripheral67: Doug
As most of you know when I started the peripheral I wasn't trying to do another true crime podcast. It was more of an attempt to shine a light on things that…
The PeripheralThe Nightmare Before Halloween, Part 2
…1 campfire… …1 dark forest… …31 bone-chilling stories… …Will YOU survive the night? This Halloween season, enter the woods for a unique and truly epic podcast…
The PeripheralThe Nightmare Before Halloween, Part 1
…1 campfire… …1 dark forest… …31 bone-chilling stories… …Will YOU survive the night? This Halloween season, enter the woods for a unique and truly epic podcast…
The Peripheral66: Hearing Voices
Chris joins us today on the peripheral to talk about his struggle with manic depression and schizoaffective disorder. Chris describes hallucinations and the…
The Peripheral65: Making a Predator
On this episode of The Peripheral I speak with Shane and Brent about a troubling situation. Brent was single at the time and trying out the dating world when…

The Peripheral64: The Nice Ones
The nice ones. Being nice and compassionate is what I strive for. If only coming from a place of caring or understanding came from both sides. Sadly us nice…
The Peripheral63: Breaking the Chain
On today's episode I'm joined by Sam who has struggled with her eating disorder since she was 10 years old. Having been in and out of treatment facilities and…
The Peripheral62: Love and Betrayal
On this week's episode I speak with Ashley, who talks about repeatedly crossing paths with the person she would fall in love with. What she didn't understand…
The Peripheral61: Love is Never Wasted
On this episode of The Peripheral I speak with Sara, who lost her brother to heroin. We talk about what it's like to watch a sibling's life disintegrate in…
The Peripheral60: Non Monogamous
We all have our idea of the perfect relationship and what we look for in one partner. We follow social constructs that tell us who to love, how to love, and…
The Peripheral59: Statutory
According to the National Center for Victims of Crime, almost 90,000 cases of child sexual abuse are reported each year. Countless incidents go unreported, and…
The Peripheral58: Ripple Effects
Trauma suffered during childhood can follow us through life, molding our behaviors and relationships. Today's guest Melissa talks about sexual abuse and the…
The Peripheral57: To Miscarry
I make an effort to cover topics that happen every day but that people find either too painful or taboo to speak of. Today, I have a returning guest who covers…
The Peripheral56: Captive
Today I speak with Zoey who shares a story about traveling the country to meet friends. One destination turns into a nightmare where she's held captive and…
The Peripheral55: Living with Pain
Today's episode talks about an invisible demon that affects our daily lives. Gnawing pain, sharp pain and everything in between. Jael gets sick with swine flu…
The Peripheral54: Gaslit
My guest Sam, talks about domestic abuse from his girlfriend. They will end up getting married, moving away from friends and family, further isolating…
The PeripheralQ & A The Peripheral
I thought it would be fun and informative to answer some questions from the listeners! I tried to answer every question that came in, forgive me if I didn't…
The Peripheral53: Addiction
We all know someone who suffers from addiction whether we want to admit it or not. Addiction can manifest in many forms from doctors overprescribing drugs to…
The Peripheral52: O Captain! My Captain! True Crime Garage
Today I'm joined by the Captain from True Crime Garage. The Captain's personality is very mellow and easy going which makes his story so surprising. He talks…
The Peripheral51: Sleep Walker
Somnambulism or noctambulism, otherwise known as sleepwalking, is a sleeping disorder that has affected us for centuries. There are different triggers that we…