The Hardcore Therapist 124- Thomas Vanderpol (What it Meant, Dying For It)

The Hardcore Therapist 124- Thomas Vanderpol (What it Meant, Dying For It)

Author: Sarah February 13, 2026 Duration: 1:10:25
Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest is Thomas Vanderpol. Thomas is a dad, HR professional, ethical vegan, and straight edge since forever. Originally from Redding, California and now based in Portland, Oregon, he brings a lifetime of lived experience inside hardcore and punk both on and off the stage. With a deep background in touring, songwriting, and label work, Thomas has co-managed a record label and continues to write for bands, labels, zines, blogs, and social media, crafting everything from...

Ever wondered what happens when a therapist trades the quiet office for the messy, complicated reality of everyday life? That's the space The Hardcore Therapist occupies. Hosted by Sarah, this podcast digs into the raw material of human experience-the relationships that shape us, the cultural forces that pressure us, and the personal battles we fight in silence. You won't find textbook theories delivered from an ivory tower here. Instead, Sarah applies a grounded, practical lens to the struggles we all recognize, from navigating family dynamics and personal growth to understanding our place in a shifting society. Each conversation feels like a candid talk with someone who gets it, blending professional insight with straight-talking honesty. The goal isn't just to educate but to connect, offering tangible perspectives for self-improvement that resonate long after the episode ends. By focusing on real-world application over abstract concepts, this podcast builds a bridge between therapeutic wisdom and the hardcore business of actually living. It’s for anyone ready to look at their life with clarity and courage, seeking tools that work outside the therapist's door. Tune in for a unique blend of compassion and grit, where improving your mental and emotional world feels not only possible but deeply human.
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Duration: 1:19:35
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The Hardcore Therapist 86.5-  Overparenting, Why and What you can do? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:25
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Duration: 1:11:15
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The Hardcore Therapist 85.5- What are signs of Emotional Burnout [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:19
Send us Fan Mail Today on The Hardcore Therapist, we’re talking about something I see all the time in my practice and, honestly, have lived through myself: emotional burnout. This isn't just feeling “tired.” This is a de…
The Hardcore Therapist 85- Justin King (Ben & Esther's Vegan Deli) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:41
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The Hardcore Therapist 84.5- Can grief make a person physically sick? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:30
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The Hardcore Therapist 84- Sam Rottschafer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:37
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, we have a special guest. Hailing from West Michigan, Sam Rottschafer has an incredible talent for capturing life through his lens—whether it’s the high-energy a…

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