A Phantom Glamour

A Phantom Glamour

Author: iHeartPodcasts July 25, 2024 Duration: 56:38

David’s mother is a fantasist with a secret. But hers is the kind of strange secret that’s out in the open…sort of. As David grows up, he finds the intersection between drama and comedy in this tangled history.

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In Family Secrets, host Dani Shapiro-bestseller of the memoir *Inheritance*-guides conversations that delve into the hidden stories we inherit. This iHeartPodcasts production lives within the realms of Society and Culture, focusing on the profound personal archaeology of uncovering what has been buried. The podcast creates a space where guests share astonishing revelations, not for sensationalism, but to trace the impact of silence and revelation across generations. Listeners hear intimate, often surprising narratives about identity, belonging, and the complex truths that shape families. The journey through each episode acknowledges the initial fear that comes with these discoveries, while ultimately highlighting the transformative potential of facing the past. It’s about the liberation found in clarity and the unexpected ways our personal histories can heal us when brought into the light. Through these shared stories, the podcast builds a collective understanding that our secrets, once confronted, often hold the very lessons needed to move forward with greater authenticity. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of the truths that define us.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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A Holiday Message from Dani [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 3:58
Happy Thanksgiving to our Family Secrets family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How Long the Dying Went On [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:44
It started with a wreck – a car accident steeped in the history of Cassandra’s family. When she learns about the accident and the secrets it bore, she can at last begin to understand who she is, and who she will become.S…
Hall of Mirrors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:47
Nobody thinks they’re joining a cult. Certainly not the children who are born into it. When, over time, Mikel learns the truths about his childhood, a whole world of information can finally crystalize.See omnystudio.com/…
Family Secrets: Season 9 Trailer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:39
Join us on November 9th for new stories of resilience, memory, and the way in which long-held family secrets so often need out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus: A Conversation with Dr. Ruth Faden [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:22
Today’s Great Minds bonus episode features scholar of bioethics and founder of The John Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, Dr. Ruth Faden. She and Dani take a deep dive into the thematic waters of a powerful family s…
Prepare for Our Next Great Mind! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:01
Tune in next week for our next Great Minds bonus conversation with renowned scientist, academic, and founder of the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, Ruth Faden. We’ll be speaking about an unforgettable family…
Bonus: A Conversation with Kris Carr [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:59
For this week’s Great Minds bonus episode, Dani sits down with bestselling author Kris Carr to explore the moving themes and meanings woven into a Family Secrets story from Season 6. Listen to Trent Preszler’s episode, ’…
Get Ready for Another Great Minds Conversation! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57
Next week’s bonus conversation is with bestselling author and wellness leader, Kris Carr. We’ll be unpacking a moving and memorable Family Secrets episode from Season 6. Take a listen to that episode in advance! Listen t…
Bonus: A Conversation with Dr. Mark Epstein [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:03
As part of this special bonus series, Dani and great mind Dr. Mark Epstein explore the powerful themes that underscore a memorable Family Secrets story from our third season. Listen to David Kacyznski's episode, 'What's…
Get Ahead of Our Next Conversation with Great Minds! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:57
Next week’s bonus conversation is with one of our favorite writers and thinkers, about an unusual and unforgettable Family Secrets episode. Listeners are encouraged to revisit the past episode in advance! Listen to David…