No One Listens to Me https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com Episode after episode where I talk about advice I’ve given that no one listens to and all the reasons why I think you should! Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:36:08 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2026 All Rights Reserved Society & Culture 1440 episodic A fun, thoughtful look at situations in work/life that provides valuable insight with a dose of levity. You’ll wish you listened! cmcgowan13 cmcgowan13 No false https://feed.podbean.com/cmcgowan13/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/1091506/No_One_Listens_to_Me_Cover_Art_Instagram_Post_45_61ycr.png No One Listens to Me https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com 144 144 I'm a Loser! I'm a Loser! https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/im-a-loser/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/im-a-loser/#comments Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:36:08 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/cb60cecc-1815-38e0-95cb-927638074871 McG talks about the ADHD tax and why it's so easy to lose things when you are Neurodivergent! 

Mentioned in the episode: 

ADHD Coaching-contact me for a free consultation

https://site-engine-lite.lovable.app

]]> McG talks about the ADHD tax and why it's so easy to lose things when you are Neurodivergent! 

Mentioned in the episode: 

ADHD Coaching-contact me for a free consultation

https://site-engine-lite.lovable.app

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 1846 22 full Mistakes We Make as Parents of Adults Mistakes We Make as Parents of Adults https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/mistakes-we-make-as-parents-of-adults/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/mistakes-we-make-as-parents-of-adults/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:37:30 -0500 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/6089ae6f-521e-3d8a-b069-18377b096d62 In this episode we talk about the pitfalls of parenting through and making that transition from the little ones we took care of to the mature adults they become. No one is perfect, but if you struggle with relating to your own offspring now that they're of age, this one is for you! 

]]> In this episode we talk about the pitfalls of parenting through and making that transition from the little ones we took care of to the mature adults they become. No one is perfect, but if you struggle with relating to your own offspring now that they're of age, this one is for you! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3765 21 full ADHD and the Thrill of the Chase ADHD and the Thrill of the Chase https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-and-the-thrill-of-the-chase/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-and-the-thrill-of-the-chase/#comments Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:10:05 -0500 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/05f74691-45ae-33cf-a61a-9580ccdb8cb3 McG talks about being a chase addict and how impulse control, the rush of dopamine, and the way neurodivergent people are wired to fill the void. 

]]> McG talks about being a chase addict and how impulse control, the rush of dopamine, and the way neurodivergent people are wired to fill the void. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 1606 20 full The Friendship Test and Body Counts The Friendship Test and Body Counts https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/the-friendship-test-and-body-counts/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/the-friendship-test-and-body-counts/#comments Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:13:30 -0500 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/f168a772-30c7-306e-ad83-c98570bb8efc What happens in Vegas ends up in a podcast. And why does it matter how many people a woman has been with? Let's get it all out there! 

]]> What happens in Vegas ends up in a podcast. And why does it matter how many people a woman has been with? Let's get it all out there! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2143 19 full Ding Dongs Don't Change (I'm done with first dates) Ding Dongs Don't Change (I'm done with first dates) https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/ding-dongs-dont-change-im-done-with-first-dates/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/ding-dongs-dont-change-im-done-with-first-dates/#comments Sat, 01 Nov 2025 12:28:49 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/587e2eb6-27d8-3ade-a1ca-5048cc40c259 Maybe it's the hot flashes, maybe it's hitting double nickels, maybe it's just been enough already. McG wants to talk (again- sigh!) about dating. Men, women, relationships, unsolicited pics. Unmatch me! I DGAF.  

]]> Maybe it's the hot flashes, maybe it's hitting double nickels, maybe it's just been enough already. McG wants to talk (again- sigh!) about dating. Men, women, relationships, unsolicited pics. Unmatch me! I DGAF.  

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2535 18 full Gen X is Loud & Proud About Menopause Gen X is Loud & Proud About Menopause https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/gen-x-is-loud-proud-about-menopause/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/gen-x-is-loud-proud-about-menopause/#comments Thu, 23 Oct 2025 20:48:15 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/b1b842d0-9ea1-321b-ae37-f8fcdf89e76c The forgotten generation is (for the most part) deep in the throes of "the change" and unlike our moms before us, we are not tolerating menopause quietly! We're out there, baby and we want to know what we can do, how we can cope, what sciencific advances can ease the struggles, and who might even dare to test us! 

]]> The forgotten generation is (for the most part) deep in the throes of "the change" and unlike our moms before us, we are not tolerating menopause quietly! We're out there, baby and we want to know what we can do, how we can cope, what sciencific advances can ease the struggles, and who might even dare to test us! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3776 17 full Rant-a-Palooza Rant-a-Palooza https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/rant-a-palooza/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/rant-a-palooza/#comments Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:01:21 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/899e4b85-a760-3ff6-9559-138fc6263647 McG tells you what really grinds her gears! 

Featured in the episode: 

www.completewedo.com/northern-virginia 

Complete Weddings + Events to find a Complete Weddings + Events near you (summer promos are hot right now! 

Spelling

there/their/there

a part/apart

a lot- not "alot"

no one- not "Noone"

Please stop saying conversate! And I could care less! 

pet peeves 

Kissing tips, annoying people on airplanes, and much, much, more! 

]]> McG tells you what really grinds her gears! 

Featured in the episode: 

www.completewedo.com/northern-virginia 

Complete Weddings + Events to find a Complete Weddings + Events near you (summer promos are hot right now! 

Spelling

there/their/there

a part/apart

a lot- not "alot"

no one- not "Noone"

Please stop saying conversate! And I could care less! 

pet peeves 

Kissing tips, annoying people on airplanes, and much, much, more! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 1900 16 full Surviving a Relationship With an Avoidant Attachment Type Surviving a Relationship With an Avoidant Attachment Type https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/surviving-a-relationship-with-an-avoidant-attachment-type/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/surviving-a-relationship-with-an-avoidant-attachment-type/#comments Wed, 09 Jul 2025 13:25:51 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/a3f68e17-b07c-3f1e-a689-24d57637b7b9 The attachment type known as Avoidant is the consummate ghoster. Those of us who love them know the real pain behind their fear of being close, having someone depend on them, and not being able to open up. It's a lesson about attachment types, and how we became who we are. And maybe, just maybe, someone will break the pattern of chasing after a Dismissive Avoidant. 

]]> The attachment type known as Avoidant is the consummate ghoster. Those of us who love them know the real pain behind their fear of being close, having someone depend on them, and not being able to open up. It's a lesson about attachment types, and how we became who we are. And maybe, just maybe, someone will break the pattern of chasing after a Dismissive Avoidant. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 4021 15 full Men Aren't Great at Online Dating Profiles Men Aren't Great at Online Dating Profiles https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/men-arent-great-at-online-dating-profiles/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/men-arent-great-at-online-dating-profiles/#comments Fri, 13 Jun 2025 08:44:10 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/3a5086f5-338b-3a2c-a657-7eea9d685f04 Guys, you have to get better at online dating! McG has experience on the apps and is ready to tell you why you're not getting those right swipes and why the no one wants to meet you in person! 

]]> Guys, you have to get better at online dating! McG has experience on the apps and is ready to tell you why you're not getting those right swipes and why the no one wants to meet you in person! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3322 14 full ADHD-Rejection Sensitivity ADHD-Rejection Sensitivity https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-rejection-sensitivity/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-rejection-sensitivity/#comments Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:37:27 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/ff2c8ca6-fec1-36fe-80c7-7dc53075d8a7 If you’ve ever been told you’re “Too sensitive” or “too intense”… if you replay one text message in your head for six hours… or if you’ve ever felt like a fraud, even while doing everything right — then yeah, you’re in the right place.

Some swears and a few references to traumatic experiences. 

]]> If you’ve ever been told you’re “Too sensitive” or “too intense”… if you replay one text message in your head for six hours… or if you’ve ever felt like a fraud, even while doing everything right — then yeah, you’re in the right place.

Some swears and a few references to traumatic experiences. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3481 13 full Stop stealing my spotlight Stop stealing my spotlight https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-stop-stealing-my-spotlight/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/season-2-episode-1-stop-stealing-my-spotlight/#comments Mon, 19 May 2025 11:25:00 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/0d737b74-7496-3a02-8eb8-511ef443f4fd I'm back and moving onward and upward with another season of NOLTM. Near and dear to our hearts-people who have to share their own story with you when they should just be listening and letting you have your moment. Sound like anyone you know? 

]]> I'm back and moving onward and upward with another season of NOLTM. Near and dear to our hearts-people who have to share their own story with you when they should just be listening and letting you have your moment. Sound like anyone you know? 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2640 11 full ADHD is the culprit! ADHD is the culprit! https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-is-the-culprit/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/adhd-is-the-culprit/#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2025 14:12:05 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/0fdb9ab6-f036-3429-9e81-6c92a83fd5b3 Join McG as she talks about adult late diagnosed ADHD and shares some sage advice about grammar and vehicle safety! We've got it all! 

]]> Join McG as she talks about adult late diagnosed ADHD and shares some sage advice about grammar and vehicle safety! We've got it all! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2763 12 full The Micromanagement Episode. The Micromanagement Episode. https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/the-micromanagement-episode/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/the-micromanagement-episode/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:05:47 -0500 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/b76627f8-33d0-3a72-89fb-b282e704bcd0 After a long hiatus I'm back! Serious talk at the office about replacing me with an Elf on a Shelf! 

]]> After a long hiatus I'm back! Serious talk at the office about replacing me with an Elf on a Shelf! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3143 10 full You Can't Fix Him You Can't Fix Him https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/you-cant-fix-him/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/you-cant-fix-him/#comments Thu, 22 Aug 2024 20:16:17 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/5f389355-612a-3938-a066-bba877cb8f93 Fresh out of a breakup, McG talks about relationships, educates everyone on I Can Fix Him Complex, attachment styles, the 5 stages of relationship grief, red flags, noisy dogs, and much more. 

 

Links to blogs/articles mentioned in the episode 

https://branadane.com/what-does-a-fearful-avoidant-find-attractive/

https://www.gottman.com/blog/stop-trying-fix-partners-feelings/#:~:text=to%20be%20vulnerable.-,Instead%20of%20trying%20to%20change%20or%20fix%20the%20feelings%20of,makes%20something%20better%20is%20connection.%E2%80%9D

https://www.sitwithkelly.com/blog/navigating-the-fixer-mentality

 

]]> Fresh out of a breakup, McG talks about relationships, educates everyone on I Can Fix Him Complex, attachment styles, the 5 stages of relationship grief, red flags, noisy dogs, and much more. 

 

Links to blogs/articles mentioned in the episode 

https://branadane.com/what-does-a-fearful-avoidant-find-attractive/

https://www.gottman.com/blog/stop-trying-fix-partners-feelings/#:~:text=to%20be%20vulnerable.-,Instead%20of%20trying%20to%20change%20or%20fix%20the%20feelings%20of,makes%20something%20better%20is%20connection.%E2%80%9D

https://www.sitwithkelly.com/blog/navigating-the-fixer-mentality

 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 5057 9 full No one Listens to Me: Self awareness at work No one Listens to Me: Self awareness at work https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-self-awareness-at-work/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-self-awareness-at-work/#comments Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:46:15 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/a34f2534-49bf-3439-844a-5d743c9b5e24 Self-awareness finale (workplace episode). 

A few micro-rants from me, I talk about scorekeeping at work, keeping the mission and your own goals under control, more self-awareness needs, and toxic work environments. 

]]> Self-awareness finale (workplace episode). 

A few micro-rants from me, I talk about scorekeeping at work, keeping the mission and your own goals under control, more self-awareness needs, and toxic work environments. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3922 8 full Setting Boundaries with Family Setting Boundaries with Family https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/setting-boundaries-with-family/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/setting-boundaries-with-family/#comments Tue, 30 Jul 2024 22:34:48 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/9fba0aa2-345b-3d3f-aaab-71a7ed5afbde For this episode, I am joined by a dear friend and we talk about things like, you're an adult, you get to decide if you don't want to spend time with someone who makes you regret accepting the invitation as soon as you see the corn pudding on the Thanksgiving table (enough already, lady, that stuff is gross!). Also, co-parenting in a blended family is NOT for the faint of heart. And... (editor's note) we say UM a lot! 

]]> For this episode, I am joined by a dear friend and we talk about things like, you're an adult, you get to decide if you don't want to spend time with someone who makes you regret accepting the invitation as soon as you see the corn pudding on the Thanksgiving table (enough already, lady, that stuff is gross!). Also, co-parenting in a blended family is NOT for the faint of heart. And... (editor's note) we say UM a lot! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 4666 7 full Self-awareness part 2 Self-awareness part 2 https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/self-awareness-part-2/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/self-awareness-part-2/#comments Fri, 12 Jul 2024 11:53:07 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/5f49a533-0ec5-30c7-af1c-1213c6a24da3 Just a tad bit late, but still a good one. I continue the theme of self awareness and the term "Worry about yourself" and extend it from knowing who you are, self-care, and boundaries to workplace politics, drama, and pot-stirrers. 

If you are interested in the following topics, send me a message on IG: 

@mcgnoltm

  1. Ghosting (you ghost or you've been ghosted)
  2. Stepping away from toxic family members
]]> Just a tad bit late, but still a good one. I continue the theme of self awareness and the term "Worry about yourself" and extend it from knowing who you are, self-care, and boundaries to workplace politics, drama, and pot-stirrers. 

If you are interested in the following topics, send me a message on IG: 

@mcgnoltm

  1. Ghosting (you ghost or you've been ghosted)
  2. Stepping away from toxic family members
]]> cmcgowan13 false No 3122 6 full Lateness is Downright Disrespectful Lateness is Downright Disrespectful https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/lateness-is-downright-disrespectful/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/lateness-is-downright-disrespectful/#comments Sun, 30 Jun 2024 10:12:30 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/bd8ad825-6597-306c-a5f3-227b15ad6429 Are you just about fed up to here with people who are late? Are you chronically late? Let's explore why chronic lateness is rude and disrespectful. 

]]> Are you just about fed up to here with people who are late? Are you chronically late? Let's explore why chronic lateness is rude and disrespectful. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2009 2 full No One Listens to Me: Sarcasm is a sign of intelligence! No One Listens to Me: Sarcasm is a sign of intelligence! https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-sarcasm-is-a-sign-of-intelligence/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-sarcasm-is-a-sign-of-intelligence/#comments Sun, 30 Jun 2024 09:44:21 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/a903b77c-4813-3e6e-9162-283385c7fa34 You know it's true. Let's put this debate to rest. 

]]> You know it's true. Let's put this debate to rest. 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 1794 5 full Introducing No One Listens To Me Introducing No One Listens To Me https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/introducing-no-one-listens-to-me/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/introducing-no-one-listens-to-me/#comments Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:44:02 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/9e0c7644-a6d9-339d-97c1-4287c252dc0d No One Listens To Me is a podcast where I talk about advice I've given that no one listens to. But in the end, they always tell me they should have listened to me! 

]]> No One Listens To Me is a podcast where I talk about advice I've given that no one listens to. But in the end, they always tell me they should have listened to me! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 34 4 full No One Listens To Me: Self Awareness No One Listens To Me: Self Awareness https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-self-awareness/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-self-awareness/#comments Sat, 22 Jun 2024 09:29:35 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/01f1cebb-70a1-3799-9e92-721ad36c3b92 The next few episodes will be about self-awareness-for you personally, professionally, and then how a lack of self-awareness, along with other toxic behaviors can be problematic at work. You don't want to miss it. 

For listeners in the DC Metro Area: To learn more about Pro Refinish, you can visit 

www.prorefinish.com 

Mention the No One Listens To Me Podcast! 

]]> The next few episodes will be about self-awareness-for you personally, professionally, and then how a lack of self-awareness, along with other toxic behaviors can be problematic at work. You don't want to miss it. 

For listeners in the DC Metro Area: To learn more about Pro Refinish, you can visit 

www.prorefinish.com 

Mention the No One Listens To Me Podcast! 

]]> cmcgowan13 false No 2813 3 full No One Listens to Me: Overachieving at Work No One Listens to Me: Overachieving at Work https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-episode-3-overachieving-at-work/ https://cmcgowan13.podbean.com/e/no-one-listens-to-me-episode-3-overachieving-at-work/#comments Wed, 22 May 2024 18:42:50 -0400 cmcgowan13.podbean.com/4cd6fef4-d82a-3472-933c-9e3a5a1c75c7 McG discusses the hard-working overachievers, why she doesn't recommend being one, and how to be proactive about burnout if you are one. 

 

Referenced LinkedIn article is here: 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/road--paved-withother-duties-assigned-dean-frieders/

]]> McG discusses the hard-working overachievers, why she doesn't recommend being one, and how to be proactive about burnout if you are one. 

 

Referenced LinkedIn article is here: 

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/road--paved-withother-duties-assigned-dean-frieders/

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