The Hardcore Therapist 132- Alison Braun (Photographer)

The Hardcore Therapist 132- Alison Braun (Photographer)

Author: Sarah April 10, 2026 Duration: 1:02:39
Send us Fan Mail I’m really excited to welcome Alison Braun to The Hardcore Therapist podcast. Alison’s first camera, a Pentax K1000 was a gift from her father, who taught her how to see light and story. What began as an interest in landscape photography shifted at fourteen, when she found punk rock in dark, crowded clubs on the Sunset Strip—and found her people. Her camera moved her from observer to participant. Starting with her 1981 photos of Wasted Youth, Alison went on to document the he...

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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The Hardcore Therapist 97- Joe Nelson (Trust Records) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:24:21
Send us Fan Mail This episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I had the chance to talk to Joe Nelson, co-founder of Trust Records, is a pivotal figure in the hardcore punk community whose roots in the scene run deep. A former…
The Hardcore Therapist 96.5- Can AI Support Your Mental Health? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:01
Send us Fan Mail Can an algorithm truly support your mental health—or are we just outsourcing intimacy? In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I takes a deep dive into the world of AI mental health apps like Woebot,…
The Hardcore Therapist 96- Kate Quinn (Heavy Mental Therapy) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:06
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Hardcore Therapist I spoke to Dr. Kate Quinn i a UK-based clinical psychologist and co-director of Heavy Metal Therapy, a community project that uses heavy music to support mental…
The Hardcore Therapist 95- Rebeccca Lore ( The Hardcore Cheerleader) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:40
Send us Fan Mail Today on The Hardcore Therapist, we’re joined by Rebecca Lore—better known as The Hardcore Cheerleader. From her early days on the sidelines as a high school cheerleader to her lifelong passion for movem…
The Hardcore Therapist 94.5- The Psychology of Crowd Killing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:06
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist Podcast, I explores the psychology behind crowd killing in the hardcore scene. Why does it happen? What emotional and cultural forces drive it? And how is it pus…
The Hardcore Therapist 94 - Mark from Time X Heist [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:20
Send us Fan Mail Today on the podcast, I'm joined by Mark from Time X Heist, a straight edge hardcore band out of Denver, Colorado. In a scene where few new acts are carrying the torch of the classic youth crew sound, Ti…
The Hardcore Therapist 93.5- Poly or Open Relationship Questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:44
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Hardcore Therapist, I answers a brave listener’s question: “I’m married and I want an open or poly relationship. My partner doesn’t. How do I talk to them about it in a way that re…