Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
Hosted by I and host · Nova Gibson
4.8from 21 ratings
- 196
- Episodes
- 21
- Ratings
- Weekly
- Cadence
- 2024
- First episode
- 171K
- YouTube views
About Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
A Toxic relationship and Fake love looks real—until it destroys you. Welcome to Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, the podcast that exposes the hidden dynamics of toxic relationships, narcissistic abuse, and emotional manipulation. Hosted by Nova Gibson, leading trauma-informed counsellor and Director of Brighter Outlook Narcissistic Abuse Counselling, this podcast is your guide to breaking free from the confusion, fear, and self-doubt that come with being entangled with a narcissist. In every episode, Nova draws from years of experience working with survivors to explore the complex, often covert tactics used in emotionally abusive relationships—from gaslighting, triangulation, and the silent treatment to smear campaigns and intermittent reinforcement. Whether you're struggling with a narcissistic partner, parent, boss, or friend, Fake Love and Flying Monkeys gives you the tools and knowledge to understand the abuse, trust your instincts, and reclaim your power—even if the narcissist has never been formally diagnosed. This is more than a podcast—it’s a lifeline. You’ll get: Clear explanations of narcissistic behaviour patterns Practical strategies for setting boundaries and detaching Real talk about the emotional rollercoaster of trauma bonding Validation, clarity, and a path toward healing from narcissistic abuse If you've ever felt trapped in a relationship that chips away at your self-worth, this podcast will help you name it, face it, and finally break free. You’re not alone, and you’re not crazy. You’re in the fog of narcissistic abuse—and Nova is here to help guide you out. Visit https://www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.au/ (https://www.brighteroutlooknarcissisticabusecounselling.com.au/) for more support and resources. It’s time to expose the fake love, silence the flying monkeys, and rewrite your story.
- Publisher
- Nova Gibson
- Category
- education · health & fitness · society & culture
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 23 May 2024
- Latest episode
- 14 Jan 2026
Latest episodes
196 episodes in the feed.
14 Jan 2026
Why You Keep Loving the Wrong People
8 Sept 2025
When Narcissistic Abuse and Coercive Control Turn Dangerous
4 Sept 2025
The Narcissist’s Breaking Point: When You’re Gone for Good
Who has been a guest on Fake Love and Flying Monkeys
Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.
- Bruce Bieber
- Nova Gibson
- Dr. Nadine Macaluso
Reach and audience
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- YouTube views
- 170,542
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.8 / 5
- 21 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 73 / 100
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- Quality
- 92
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 86
- Engagement
- 51
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I and host host the show. Published by Nova Gibson.
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