The Hardcore Therapist

Apr 17 2025 149 ep. 45 mins 8
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The Hardcore Therapist 81- Joe Bando

Apr 17 2025 83 mins  
On this Episode of the Hardcore Therapist, I had the pleasure to speak with Joe Bando who will be sharing his journey, starting in the underground hardcore music scene of Cleveland, Ohio—a world of raw energy and defiance that shaped his path in comedy. Along the way,he has overcome a childhood marked by severe abuse, rebuilt his life through entrepreneurship, and embraced person

The Hardcore Therapist 80..5- How do I set boundaries without feeling guilty?

Apr 15 2025 13 mins  
Hey everyone, welcome back to The Hardcore Therapist! I’m so glad you’re here. Today we’re diving into a question that hits close to home for a lot of us: “How do I set boundaries without feeling guilty—and what do I do if someone crosses my boundaries after I was clear about them?” Whew. This is a big one. And if you're anything like me—or like most of the people I w

The Hardcore Therapist 80- Kyle Donovan and Tyler Hillman (Suffer No Fools)

Apr 10 2025 64 mins  
On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, Kyle Donovan and Tyler Hillman, members of the Michigan Hardcore band Suffer No Fools. They're celebrating the release of their debut album, "To Live Is To Suffer," which is out now via Heroes + Martyrs.

The Hardcore Therapist 79.5- Cutting Ties, Healing Souls: Letting Go of Draining People (Yes, Even Family)

Apr 08 2025 21 mins  
Today, we’re diving into a loaded, raw, and often painful topic—how to let go of people who don’t enhance your life—including family. I’m not here to sugarcoat this. I’m here to help you honor your mental health, even when it means making decisions that go against every message you've been taught about loyalty, tradition, or what it means to be a “good person.” Prom

The Hardcore Therapist- Special Episode Collaboration with Pit Therapy Podcast

Apr 06 2025 75 mins  
What an amazing collaboration episode of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast and Pit Therapy Podcast! Kyle and Trevor were so much fun. Check out this hilarious episode chalked full of hardcore, family life, growing up and a wild thought about specific songs!

The Hardcore Therapist 79- Scott Crouse (Earth Crisis, Sect, Path of Resistance)

Apr 03 2025 67 mins  
On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist I was joined by Scott Crouse. Coming up through the thriving Syracuse, NY hardcore movement of the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, Scott helped shape the sound and message of a generation. As a founding guitarist of Earth Crisis, his work on albums like Firestorm and Destroy the Machines cemented their place as some of the most influential ha

The Hardcore Therapist 78.5- Overcoming Self-Abandonment

Apr 01 2025 15 mins  
On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, today we're diving into a powerful topic: self-abandonment. This is something so many of us struggle with without even realizing it—saying yes when we mean no, ignoring our own needs, or constantly putting others before ourselves. But what does it really mean to abandon yourself, and more importantly, how can we stop doing it?

The Hardcore Therapist 78- Ray Harkins (100 Words or Less, Taken, Bloodguilt)

Mar 27 2025 68 mins  
On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I am thrilled to welcome Ray Harkins. Ray is the host of the influential podcast 100 Words or Less, where he dives deep into the stories of musicians, artists, and creatives. Beyond the podcasting world, Ray is also the lead singer for the melodic hardcore band Taken. We'll explore his journey through music, the evolution of the hardcore s

The Hardcore Therapist 77.5- Living with Spouse After They Told You They Don't Want To Be Married Anymore

Mar 25 2025 14 mins  
First, I just want to acknowledge how incredibly painful and confusing this must feel. To be in a marriage where one person has emotionally stepped away, while you’re still physically sharing a home and parenting together, is a deeply complicated experience. It makes sense that you’re struggling with what to do next.

The Hardcore Therapist 77- Monica Sklar (Punk Fashion Historian)

Mar 20 2025 64 mins  
I'm beyond excited to welcome a fellow Detroiter and friend of the show, Monica Sklar, Ph.D.! Monica is an associate professor and director of the Historic Clothing and Textiles Collection at the University of Georgia, where she dives deep into the intersections of fashion, subculture, and technology in archival practice. She’s also the vice president of education for the Costume