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

Fake Love and Flying Monkeys is a society podcast hosted by Nova Gibson, with 170 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nova Gibson hosts Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, a society show with 170 episodes published.

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  Episode #1

  Why You Keep Loving the Wrong People

  Jan 14, 202614 minS3

  <p>Why do smart, empathic people keep ending up in emotionally painful relationships?<br/>In this first episode of 2026,  I unpack why loving the wrong people isn’t a flaw — it’s conditioning.</p><p>(For 1 on 1 online counselling in your own toxic relationship/narcissistic abuse recovery please visit my website at<br/>https://brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au/online-counselling-services/ )</p><p>I speak candidly about narcissistic relationships, emotional control, trauma bonding, and why hope keeps people stuck long after clarity arrives. This episode is for anyone who has loved deeply, doubted themselves, and wondered how they lost their sense of self along t...

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  Episode #85

  When Narcissistic Abuse and Coercive Control Turn Dangerous

  Sep 8, 202520 minS2

  <p>Trigger warning: Abuse doesn’t always start with obvious violence — it often begins with intimidation, manipulation, and control. The slammed fist into the wall beside your head, a plate hurled that just misses, your car blocked in so you can’t leave, or the threat of suicide if you try to walk away. These are deliberate tactics designed to dominate, silence, and keep you trapped in fear.</p><p>(For 1 on 1 online counselling in your own toxic relationship/narcissistic abuse recovery please visit my website at<br/>https://brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au/online-counselling-services/ )</p><p>Many victims minimise these behaviours, tellin...

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  Episode #84

  The Narcissist’s Breaking Point: When You’re Gone for Good

  Sep 4, 202518 minS2

  <p>For a narcissist, the most terrifying moment isn’t when you argue, fight, or even walk out the door. Their real breaking point comes when they finally realise you are never coming back.</p><p>(For 1 on 1 online counselling in your own toxic relationship/narcissistic abuse recovery please visit my website at<br/>https://brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au/online-counselling-services/ )<br/><br/>In this episode of Fake Love and Flying I explore the collapse of the narcissist’s carefully constructed world when they lose control over you. What does that breaking point actually look like from their side? <br/><br/>I unpac...

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  Episode #83

  Covert Narcissist Friends: There's never just ONE narcissist Around You!

  Sep 3, 202520 minS2

  <p>Ever wondered why some friendships leave you feeling drained, anxious, or doubting yourself? It might not be you — it could be a covert narcissist hiding in plain sight. In this episode, we dive into the subtle but serious dangers of having a covert narcissist friend.</p><p>(For 1 on 1 online counselling in your own toxic relationship/narcissistic abuse recovery please visit my website at<br/>https://brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au/online-counselling-services/ )<br/><br/>You’ll also learn about the infamous “flying monkey” effect — when narcissists recruit others in your social circle to do their emotional dirty work — and how it can leave yo...

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  Episode #82

  You Might Be in a Narcissistic Relationship If..…

  Sep 1, 202519 minS2

  <p>Ever find yourself constantly second-guessing your reality, apologising for things you didn’t do, or walking on eggshells to avoid someone’s anger? These are not just “relationship problems” — they may be signs you’re caught in the cycle of narcissistic abuse.</p><p>(For 1:1 online counselling/support in healing from and understanding your own toxic relationship please visit my website at www.brighteroutlookcounselling.com.au)</p><p>In this episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, I break down the red flags that often go unnoticed until it’s too late. From subtle gaslighting to love bombing, manipulation, silent treatme...

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