
True Emotion Dad
Laverne Friesen is a survivor turned thriver, transforming decades of abuse and trauma into a message of healing and hope. Raised in a cult and enduring emotional, physical, religious, spiritual, financial, and sexual abuse—as well as toxic relationships that left him questioning his reality—Laverne shares his raw, authentic journey of healing and spiritual growth.
Tune in for powerful conversations with like-minded guests, offering truth, vulnerability, and the reminder that a brighter, more authentic future is possible.
Podcasting since 2025 • 15 episodes
True Emotion Dad
Latest Episodes
Letters to Zachary: A Father’s Raw Journey Through Grief
In this deeply emotional and courageous episode of True Emotion Dad, host Laverne Friesen speaks with Jason Tuttle—a father who shares his soul-shaking experience of losing his 15-year-old son, Zachary. Born with rare medical conditions, Zachar...
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Episode 14
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1:00:05

Part 2. From Indoctrination to Liberation: Britton & Carolee Beckham’s Journey of Healing, Sovereignty, and Sacred Union
In Part 2 of this deeply transformative conversation, Britton and Carolee Beckham share what happened after they walked away from the Mormon church—and never looked back. What followed was a radical awakening journey that led them through psych...
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Episode 13
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1:00:05

Part 1. From Religion to Revelation: Britton and Carolee’s Journey of Healing, Infidelity, and Awakening
In this powerful and emotional episode, Laverne Friesen speaks with Britton and Carolee Beckham about their upbringing in the Mormon church and the deep impact it had on their identities, sexuality, and marriage. From early indoctrination and r...
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Episode 12
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47:28

Red Flag Academy - The Survival Guide You Were Never Taught
In this raw and revealing solo episode, Laverne Friesen introduces Red Flag Academy—a no-holds-barred crash course on recognizing the red flags of toxic behavior and emotional manipulation. Drawing from personal stories, hard-earned wi...
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Episode 11
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44:54

From Grief to Greatness: Rachel's Journey of Loss, Love, and Transformation
In one of the most deeply moving episodes of True Emotion Dad, host Laverne Friesen sits down with transformational coach, healer, and mother, Rachel Parland, to explore a journey shaped by unimaginable grief, unwavering resilie...
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Episode 9
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1:06:36
