Nurse Erica Tells Us How She’s Seen Munchausen By Proxy Firsthand—And Why My Story Raised Red Flags

In this episode of Ya Never Know, we sit down with Nurse Erica — RN, healthcare leader, nurse advocate, podcast host, and someone who’s seen healthcare from every angle.

We dive into the real-world signs of factitious disorder imposed on another (formerly Munchausen by proxy), how it shows up, and why it’s so difficult to recognize in real time.

From there, the conversation widens to nurse advocacy, hospital staffing, the so-called “nursing shortage,” leadership corruption, profit-driven healthcare, and what it’s like trying to do the right thing inside a broken system.

We also touch on personal moments — how Erica and Jake first connected through podcasting, recovery progress updates, and the reality that meaningful work often comes with chaos. Erica also shares insight into the difficult fallout with her former podcast partner, Nurse Jessica, and how it impacted her work and platform.

If you’re a nurse, patient, caregiver, or anyone who wants an honest look at modern healthcare — this episode is for you.