
In this episode, I’m joined by an audience caller named Makayla who has a jaw-dropping story that sounds like it’s straight out of a movie. At just 17, she found herself in a relationship with a 27-year-old man that ended in an unforgettable—and terrifying—car chase with her boyfriend’s other girlfriend. Together, we dive into the complexities of age-gap relationships, the power dynamics at play, and the lessons she learned about self-worth, intuition, and safety. This episode explores the risks young people face when dating older partners, the myths around maturity, and the importance of recognizing red flags early on. It’s a story of danger, resilience, and personal growth that raises crucial questions about how we support and protect young people navigating relationships.
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00:00 - 02:02 Intro
02:03 - 06:54 Setting the Stage
06:55 - 15:03 Meeting Bob: Age Gaps and Red Flags
15:04 - 19:39 The Other Woman
19:40 - 21:18 Loftie Ad
21:19 - 26:15 The Car Chase
26:16 - 30:32 Reflecting on the Aftermath
30:33 - 34:36 Age Gap Relationships
34:37 - 38:53 Family Dynamics and Influence
38:54 - 44:27 Mental Health, Therapy, and Healing
44:28 - 48:00 Why Makayla Shared Her Story
48:01 - 49:13 Outro
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