WTF - Stories and Advice

Psychology & Relationships

About

Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove, are two expat hypnotherapists living in New Zealand. They love having chats with interesting people, telling crazy stories and giving hopefully good life advice. Listen if you are interested in psychology, tips for improving your mental health, sex life and relationships, WTF news, funny stories, the paranormal, book reviews, shocking listener stories, health tips and advice on how to improve your life... Warning: Adult language. If you are easily offended, this show is not for you.

Episodes

  • WTF Did She Do to the Dog?

    This episode discusses a listener

  • The Murder the Police Tried to Bury... and the Students Who Wouldn't Let Them

    WTF - Stories and Advice discusses the 1990 case of María Soledad Morales, a 17-year-old whose murder investigation revealed a systemic cover-up by those in power. The episode details how the Silent Marches, led by a nun and students, grew…

  • From Buttholes to Bunkers: Professor Jiang, Game Theory, and Why You Should Probably Buy Some Rice

    This episode explores Professor Jiang's use of game theory and psychohistory to predict geopolitical events, including his analyses of the US-Iran relationship and the fall of empires. It also covers the practical implications of oil suppl…

  • AITAH: Boyfriend Demands My Banking Login: "No Secrets Is How Adults Do It..."

    This episode examines a Reddit AITAH post where a boyfriend demanded his girlfriend's banking login. Hosts discuss the legality and implications of sharing financial access, identifying controlling behaviors, and the importance of financia…

  • Am I the a-hole?

    In this episode of WTF Stories & Advice, hosts Daryl Gove and Caroline Cranshaw address a listener

  • I Unintentionally Joined a Cult

    Unintentionally Joining a Cult Caroline and Daryl and read a listener letter about unintentionally joining a cult after responding to a vague Craigslist job ad offering housing and "purpose." The hosts speculate about what the group's mone…

  • My fiance wants a threesome

    In this episode, hosts Caroline and Daryl discuss a variety of topics, starting with a humorous monologue about their pets. They share their backgrounds, sparking a deeper conversation about current geopolitical issues and personal histori…

  • Loving Kindness Guided Meditation (daytime version with wake up at the end)

    The world is a dumpster fire and you need 20 minutes of actual peace. I've got you. This isn't your standard "love and light" meditation, this is clinical hypnotherapy meets sound healing science. I've combined: Triple Solfeggio frequencie…

  • Stalker Stories and Spooky Mirrors

    In this lively episode of WTF Stories and Advice, therapists Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove share personal and listener-submitted stories filled with eerie and unsettling experiences. Caroline recounts her unnerving stalker encounters, w…

  • Help, I met the perfect man but he has a weird fetish...

    In this episode of 'WTF Stories and Advice,' hosts Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove discuss a listener's dilemma regarding her boyfriend's unexpected fetish. Caroline and Daryl provide insights into the complexities of fetishes, the import…

  • Help, I'm addicted to porn and it's ruining my life...

    In this episode of WTF Stories and Advice, hosts Daryl Gove and Caroline Cranshaw address a letter from a 36-year-old man struggling with porn addiction and its detrimental effects on his marriage and mental health. To find more out about…

  • The Tale of The Tulsa Hex House

    Unmasking Manipulation: The Tale of Tulsa Hex House In this episode of WTF Stories and Advice, hypnotherapists Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove delve into the chilling story of the Tulsa Hex House, where psychological manipulation and cont…

  • Is It Sleep Paralysis or Something Darker? Real Paranormal Story + How to Protect Yourself

    In this gripping episode of WTF Stories and Advice, hosts Daryl Gove and Caroline Cranshaw delve into a spine-chilling letter from a listener, who experiences unexplained paranormal activities. As they dissect the narrative, they offer bot…

  • Getting Over Getting Dumped By A Friend

    In this episode of WTF Stories and Advice, hosts Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove address a listener's letter about a painful friendship breakup due to political differences. Caroline and Darryl discuss the broader implications of politica…

  • The More You Push, The Less They Make: Clearing Money Blocks and Money Mindset in Relationships

    In this episode of WTF Stories and Advice, hypnotherapists Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove delve into various ways to overcome financial and relationship challenges. They respond to a listener's letter about marital and financial struggle…

  • Are GLP-1's worth trying? Our advice and tips...

    Are GLP medication's weight loss miracles? Our tips and advice... Join hypnotherapists Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove in this episode of WTF Stories and Advice, where they read a letter from a listener named Mary struggling with weight l…

  • Is it wrong to hypnotize my husband to do what I want?

    Welcome to WTF Stories and Advice with Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove! In this episode, Caroline and Darryl discuss a fascinating and controversial letter from a student who has been using hypnotherapy on her husband without his explicit…

  • Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni - It Ends In Court

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss the Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni and Ryan Reynolds It Ends With Us Saga. To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove https://nzhypnotherapy.co.nz/ To find out about training in hypnothe…

  • WTF Drones and Tips for Dealing with Anxiety

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss the drones in New Jersey and give tips for dealing with anxiety. Books we recommended in this episode: The Neuroscience of Mindfulness: The Astonishing Science behind How Everyday Hobbies Help Yo…

  • Help, something evil has followed me home...

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who is terrified something supernatural has followed them home. Caroline tells her own story of living in a haunted house and what she did to clear it for good. To find out mo…

  • An Unholy Affair 😱 - A Listener's Letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who is struggling with a forbidden relationship. To find out more about Caroline Cranshaw, Daryl Gove or our hypnotherapy services: https://nzhypnotherapy.co.nz Hypnotherapy T…

  • Gummy Bears From Hell...

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss some hilarious reviews of sugar free gummy bears that had us in hysterics... Suplements Caroline recommends: MagO7, Digestive Cleanse & Detox https://iherb.co/KHfP1itv Bentonite Clay https://iher…

  • Is wanting 4 hours of sex a day too much?

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter where they are struggling with the lack of sex in their relationship. To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove https://nzhypnotherapy.co.nz/ Check out our Wine Do…

  • Help, My Husband is Addicted to Cam Girls

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter where she has discovered her husband has a serious addiction to cam girls and porn and is unsure on whether her relationship can be saved. To find more out about Caroline Cran…

  • Should I tell my husband's family what I did?

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter where she did a shocking thing on vacation with her husband's family when she was drunk and feels the need to confess. To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove ht…

  • Should I hire my husband a hooker to save our marriage?

    In this episode, Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove discuss a listener's letter who after discovering a shocking secret about her husband, considers hiring a sex worker to save her marriage. To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl G…

  • A mushroom poisoning and the Deagel 2025 population forecast

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a case of mushroom poisoning in Australia and the crazy conspiracy population forecast of deagel.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNJDw5OiehA To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl G…

  • Help! Alcohol has ruined my life...

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listeners letter who feels like drinking alcohol has ruined her life and has some big secrets she is struggling with... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove https://nzhypnother…

  • Help, I'm so embarassed! A listener's letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listeners letter who is really embarrassed at the naughty thing she has been doing… Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove ht…

  • A Family Affair - An Outrageous Listener's Letter

    In this episode, Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove discuss an outrageous listener letter who tells the story of a crazy family affair... Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl G…

  • The Idol and Help! My boyfriend is afraid I'm a lesbian

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listeners letter who's boyfriend is a afraid she's a lesbian and talk about the show the Idol and our theories on it… Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about…

  • The Incredible Story of the Sleeping Psychic - Edgar Cayce

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss why gay men and lesbians seem to annoy each other, Parts Therapy and the incredible story of the sleeping prophet Edgar Cayce. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more ou…

  • WTF News - UFO's, dams and killer whales…

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss WTF news stories - UFO's, blown up dams in Ukraine, killer whales and the abduction of Travis Walton… Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw…

  • Weird Dick Rick

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who is going through a traumatizing divorce… Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw & Daryl Gove https://nzhypnotherapy.…

  • Update to Spermless in Salem 👀

    In this episode, we get an update from Spermless in Salem with some steamy details. We give lots of advice on how to set boundaries in your love life and get the relationship you want... Warning! Explicit. Do not listen if you are easily o…

  • The Disappearance of Sherri Papini

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss the disappearance of Sherri Papini, personality disorders, and our latest recommendations. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... Check out our Alcohol Reduction Program Wine Down h…

  • Save the Drama for Your Momma

    In this episode, Caroline reads some shocking listener's letters to her mother. Topic include BDSM and Adult Babies. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended... To find more out about Caroline & Daryl https://www.mindbodyhealthhyp…

  • Spermless in Salem - A Listener's Letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who is in the need of some baby batter... Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended in general... To find more out about Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove https://www.m…

  • Not Letting Women Speak #New Zealand

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss the recent women's event Let Women Speak with Posie Parker the founder of Standing For Women held in Auckland, New Zealand on March 25th, 2023 and the chaos that ensued. https://twitter.com/Megha…

  • Shocking Affair! I ruined my mom's life and reputation...

    In this episode, Caroline Cranshaw and Daryl Gove discuss a Reddit confession that exposes a shocking family affair titled: "I ruined my mom's life and reputation". Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended in general... To find mo…

  • Help! My Fiance Is Obsessed With Feet - A Listener's Letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who is struggling with their fiance's foot fetish. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended in general... To find more out about Caroline & Daryl https://www.mindbody…

  • WTF News - Weather ballons, UFO's and Pipelines

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss WTF is happening news. We cover the Chinese Spy ballon, the US shooting down UFO's and the Nord Stream Pipeline. https://nypost.com/2023/02/23/military-spent-1-5-m-to-shoot-down-three-ufos-report…

  • My Baby Daddy Did Me Dirty - A listener's letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss a listener's letter who's baby daddy has done her wrong. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offended in general... To find more out about Caroline & Daryl https://www.mindbodyhealthhypnothe…

  • How to Not Screw Up Your Relationship...

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl discuss the work of Dr John Gottman who has scientifically proven what makes a relationship stronger and what behaviours make you most likely to break up. Warning! Do not listen if you are easily offende…

  • The Sex Act That Makes You Lose Your Licence...

    In this episode, Daryl and Caroline discuss a local news story of someone who lost their licence for doing a sex act and give their latest recommendations for stuff to watch. Warning! Do not listen if you are triggered by the topic of sex…

  • Listener's letter - Should I tell My Husband?

    In this episode, Daryl and Caroline discuss a listener's letter who tells us how her husband ruined her birthday and asks whether she should come clean about something she did in return... To find more out about Caroline & Daryl: https://w…

  • Listener's letter - I take a while to finish...

    In this episode, Daryl and Caroline discuss a listener's letter who talks about how he takes a while to orgasm and needs an emotional connection and how this affects his sexual encounters. Warning! Do not listen if you are triggered by the…

  • WTF is happening in the world with Nate McFarlane

    In this episode, Caroline chats with Nate McFarlane from TikTok and discusses WTF is going on with world politics, cryptocurrency and the banking sector. Have a listen if you have been trying to figure out wtf has been been happening for t…

  • Dealing with Conflict in Relationships - Listener's Letter

    In this episode, Caroline and Daryl Gove discuss a listener's email where their partner calls them fat, and chat about how to handle conflict in relationships and set boundaries in relationships. Books we recommend: Boundary Boss by Terry…

  • The Montauk Project - The Story Behind Stranger Things

    For the next few episodes, Caroline and Daryl will be riding the crazy train and looking at some conspiracy theories. This week we talk about the Montauk Project - the story that inspired Stranger Things. Sources: https://allthatsinteresti…