Mandy Friedman LPCC-S

SNAP: Survivors of Narcissistic & Abusive Personalities

Mandy Friedman LPCC-S

  • HBO's Succession: The Sharks Season Three

HBO's Succession: The Sharks Season Three

Thursday 1st May 2025

Mandy Friedman dissects HBO's Succession Season Three, revealing the 'sharks' circling the Logan family.
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SNAP: Survivors of Narcissistic & Abusive Personalities
Author:
Mandy Friedman LPCC-S
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Healing Relationships
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Recovery from Trauma
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Exploring Succession's Sharks: A Dive into Season Three

Episode Overview

  • Sharks metaphor highlights ambition and self-interest.
  • Characters reflect real-life toxic dynamics.
  • Ambition can lead to ruthless behaviour.
  • Empathy plays a role in recovery from abuse.
  • Understanding power dynamics is crucial.
"Sharks also keep moving all the time. They're always sort of scanning and looking for their next kill."
In this episode of SNAP: Survivors of Narcissistic & Abusive Personalities, Mandy Friedman and her brother Andrew dive into the murky waters of HBO's Succession Season Three. The duo explores the metaphor of 'sharks' to describe the cutthroat personalities circling the Logan family. The sharks in question aren't the main characters but rather the ambitious individuals orbiting them, each eager to climb the corporate ladder.
From the President of the United States to corporate executives at Waystar Royco, Mandy and Andrew dissect how these figures manoeuvre for power and influence. Mandy cleverly uses wildlife metaphors to describe the relentless ambition of these characters. Sharks never rest; they're always on the hunt, much like the figures in Succession. The podcast highlights key players like Mencken, a presidential candidate with dubious morals, and Marcia, Logan's wife, who navigates her own path amidst the chaos.
Listeners will appreciate Mandy's expertise as she examines how these characters reflect real-life dynamics within toxic family systems. The episode is filled with humour and sharp observations, making it both engaging and insightful. You'll find yourself questioning who the true predators are in your own life and whether you're swimming among sharks. Tune in to learn more about how these fictional characters mirror real-world behaviours and what lessons can be drawn from their ruthless tactics.
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