The Angry Therapist Podcast
John Kim is The Angry Therapist, delivering self-help and therapy in a shot glass - street level 3 x week roughly ten minutes an episode. With one longer interview or conversation on Mondays.
Episodes
May 2, 2025 • 17 mins
Today, John explores why people are drawn to unhealthy relationships and how to break the cycle. He emphasizes the role of upbringing, the importance of self-awareness, the need for a corrective love experience to build healthier connections, and more.
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April 30, 2025 • 20 mins
Today, John unpacks the pivotal moments that reshaped his life — from a house fire and turning 52, to a powerful medicine journey. He shares how these events sparked a deeper commitment to honesty and emphasizes the value of auditing your commitments, embracing discomfort, and choosing change as a gateway to a more meaningful life.
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April 28, 2025 • 37 mins
Today, John opens up about his healing journey through an MDMA-assisted medicine ceremony. He shares raw reflections on shedding past identities, facing repressed emotions, and the intentional path to self-discovery. He also explores the role of solitude, presence, and emotional honesty—not just in healing, but in creating more authentic relationships. This is a vulnerable, eye-opening episode about what it means to truly come home...
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April 25, 2025 • 14 mins
Today, John shares how to love without control—whether in relationships or parenting. From seeing love like a sunset to letting kids grow into who they are, this episode is a heartfelt reminder to let things be beautiful, not perfect.
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April 23, 2025 • 15 mins
Today, John shares a powerful story about a tense Uber ride that became a lesson in compassion. He explores how we can break free from old patterns of reactivity, respond with intention, and lead with love—even when it's hard.
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April 21, 2025 • 18 mins
Today, John flips the breakup script, showing how to see endings as beginnings. He shares how reframing relationships as “expired” (not failed) can spark healing, growth, and real self-discovery.
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April 18, 2025 • 21 mins
Today, John explores the concept of suffering and emphasizes that it’s often tied to resistance, attachment, and a lack of self-awareness. He also discusses how to shift from suffering to a more fulfilling life, highlighting the importance of self-discovery, pursuing dreams, and engaging with the world around us.
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April 16, 2025 • 15 mins
Today, John gets real about loss, growth, and the ticking clock on his 52nd birthday. With raw honesty, he reflects on what life has taught him—and why waiting for “the right time” is a trap. This episode is your invitation to live boldly, chase what matters, and stop hitting pause on the life you want.
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April 14, 2025 • 15 mins
Today, John breaks down the difference between loneliness and solitude, revealing how true connection starts with yourself. He unpacks the pressure society puts on us to "be okay" and shares practical tips to navigate loneliness, build meaningful community, and grow from the inside out.
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April 11, 2025 • 23 mins
Today, John gets real about his journey of healing and growth. He talks about his childhood, what it was like navigating his cultural identity, and how past trauma shaped his idea of home. He shares the lessons he's learned along the way and why creating spaces for healing really matters.
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April 9, 2025 • 17 mins
Today, John dives into the 5 things every single person should do—not just to “survive” singlehood, but to actually thrive in it. He discusses the real work of reclaiming your singlehood, beyond the usual advice of “just love yourself," and breaks down a 7-day challenge designed to help you shift from feeling stuck or heartbroken to feeling grounded, clear, and in charge of your own life.
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April 7, 2025 • 20 mins
Today, John talks about what to do when everything in your life feels like it's falling apart. He opens up about his own struggles he's currently going through to show that not everyone has it all together, and explains how things falling apart is a part of the human experience.
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April 4, 2025 • 23 mins
Today, John does a deep dive on why people believe they're unlovable whether that's from experiences from childhood, getting cheated on, being in multiple unhealthy relationships, etc. He also talks about how beliefs of being unlovable often stem from neglect, lack of emotional support, and inconsistent love during our formative years.
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April 2, 2025 • 14 mins
Today, John explores the deep connection between intuition and the body, revealing how tuning into physical sensations can guide us toward authentic decisions. Through personal stories, he shows how ignoring these signals leads to stress and misalignment—and why trusting your body is key to clarity and well-being.
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March 31, 2025 • 17 mins
Today, John redefines love as more than just excitement and romance—it's a messy, ever-present force that drives growth and connection. He explores how love evolves, why embracing change is essential, how relationships can be powerful catalysts for healing, and more.
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March 28, 2025 • 20 mins
Today, John challenges traditional relationships-- exploring relationship anarchy, living apart together, and co-creating love without labels. He also redefines the meaning of autonomy, mindfulness, and the ever-evolving nature of connection.
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March 26, 2025 • 59 mins
Today, John and Lair explore the theme of being "unfinished" in life, touching on personal vision, manifestation, and the pursuit of authenticity. They discuss male loneliness, the importance of emotional vulnerability, and the need for deeper connections. They also dive into navigating modern masculinity, the role of humor in processing emotions, and how literature and content creation can support personal growth and healing.
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March 24, 2025 • 58 mins
Today, John and Vanessa speak with the best selling author of Codependent No More, Melody Beattie. They define codependency, its roots in childhood experiences, practical steps for recovery, emphasizing the significance of understanding one's feelings and setting boundaries, and more.
Melody Beattie is the best selling author of Codependent No More. Since its first publication 36 years ago, it has helped heal over seven million r...
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March 21, 2025 • 18 mins
Tpday, John shares a transformative experience from a men’s group gathering at Justin and Emily Baldoni’s home. Using the striking metaphor of “burning down the house,” John explores what it means to shed past identities, embrace new beginnings, and lean into the discomfort of true emotional growth.
Find out more about John’s six-week intensive writing course HERE
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March 19, 2025 • 20 mins
Today, John shares his journey of finding happiness at 51 after years of struggle and self-discovery. He reflects on his life experiences, including his marriage, fatherhood, and the loss of his home to a fire which became a catalyst for writing his first memoir.
Find out more about John’s six-week intensive writing course HERE
Order John's new book, Break Up. On Purpose, HERE
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