Best Dr Lars Madsen Podcasts (2025)

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142. Treating the Most Violent Psychopaths in Australia | Dr. Lars Bang Madsen 1:02:43

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Dr. Lars Bang Madsen discusses the treatment of psychopathy in high-risk violent offenders. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. ---------------------------- RELATED LINKS Lars Madsen's…

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147. Doyne Farmer: Roulette, Chaos Theory, Global Economics, Oxford University 58:08

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Oxford's J. Doyne Farmer discusses how he hacked roulette and applied those skills to predicting the global economy. Doyne Farmer's book: https://amzn.to/440nA6P Doyne Farmer's website: https://www.doynefarmer.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp ✉️ Get Immediately Ac…

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147. Doyne Farmer: Roulette, Chaos Theory, Global Economics, Oxford University 58:09

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Oxford's J. Doyne Farmer discusses how he hacked roulette and applied those skills to predicting the global economy. Doyne Farmer's book: https://amzn.to/440nA6P Doyne Farmer's website: https://www.doynefarmer.com/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp ✉️ Get Immediately Ac…

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146. Tim Fletcher: Soul Murder, Narcissists, Complex Trauma, Re-Parenting 1:23:44

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Tim Fletcher discusses narcissism, soul murder, trauma and healing. He is founder and president of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthc…

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146. Tim Fletcher: Soul Murder, Narcissists, Complex Trauma, Re-Parenting 1:23:43

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Tim Fletcher discusses narcissism, soul murder, trauma and healing. He is founder and president of RE/ACT (Recovery Education for Addictions and Complex Trauma). DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthc…

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145. Should We Gene Edit Human Beings? | Matthew Cobb 1:24:15

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Matthew Cobb (University of Manchester) explores urgent issues in gene editing while illuminating the history of the field. His latest book is a biography of Francis Crick, co-discoverer of the structure of DNA. FRANCIS CRICK by Matthew Cobb: https://amzn.to/4hYusHy AS GODS by Matthew Cobb: https://amzn.to/482oB0d Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to…

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144. Dr. Steve Brusatte: Humanity's Past & Future (If We Don't Wreck It) 1:20:52

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Steve Brusatte discusses the evolution humans and other mammals. He is the paleontology consultant for the Jurassic World films and a professor at University of Edinburgh. 00:00 In This Episode...00:29 Lessons for Modern Humans01:36 Human Intelligence09:14 The Unique Teeth of Humans10:54 How Paleontologists Assess Traits16:20 Human Sensory Advantag…

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144. Dr. Steve Brusatte: Humanity’s Past & Future (If We Don’t Wreck It) 1:20:51

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Steve Brusatte discusses the evolution humans and other mammals. He is the paleontology consultant for the Jurassic World films and a professor at University of Edinburgh. 00:00 In This Episode...00:29 Lessons for Modern Humans01:36 Human Intelligence09:14 The Unique Teeth of Humans10:54 How Paleontologists Assess Traits16:20 Human Sensory Advantag…

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143. How Fragile Is the Chinese Communist Party? | Steven Mosher 1:11:33

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Steven Mosher was the first American social scientist allowed to do research in the People's Republic of China in 1979. He is now blacklisted from China. Steven Moshers' book: https://amzn.to/3Ljxf1B Steven Mosher's Website: https://www.pop.org/make-birth-free/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the sh…

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143. How Fragile Is the Chinese Communist Party? | Steven Mosher (Population Research Institute) 1:11:34

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Steven Mosher was the first American social scientist allowed to do research in the People's Republic of China in 1979. He is now blacklisted from China. Steven Moshers' book: https://amzn.to/3Ljxf1B Steven Mosher's Website: https://www.pop.org/make-birth-free/ Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the sh…

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142. Treating the Most Violent Psychopaths in Australia | Dr. Lars Bang Madsen 1:02:44

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Dr. Lars Bang Madsen discusses the treatment of psychopathy in high-risk violent offenders. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. ---------------------------- RELATED LINKS Lars Madsen's…

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141. Why Real Trauma Is Rare and Resilience Is Common | Dr. George Bonnano (Columbia University) 1:04:57

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Dr. George Bonnano of Columbia University discusses the expanding definition of trauma and how to become resilient. 00:00 In This Episode 00:31 The Evolution of PTSD Definitions 05:37 Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) 06:29 Most People Are Resilient 08:06 Researching Resilience 12:09 The Resilience Blind Spot 17:21 Mental Health Professionals Underestimate Res…

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141. Why Real Trauma Is Rare and Resilience Is Common | Dr. George Bonnano (Columbia University) 1:04:56

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Dr. George Bonnano of Columbia University discusses the expanding definition of trauma and how to become resilient.00:00 In This Episode00:31 The Evolution of PTSD Definitions05:37 Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)06:29 Most People Are Resilient08:06 Researching Resilience12:09 The Resilience Blind Spot17:21 Mental Health Professionals Underestimate Resilience…

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140. Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson: Creationism, Darwinian Evolution, DNA, Harvard, Bioethics 1:12:28

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00:00 Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson's Background01:27 The Dana Farber Cancer Institute02:31 Scientific Advances Since Charles Darwin08:31 Gregor Mendel's Findings15:52 The Double Helix19:53 The Argument Against Evolution26:56 Incremental Evolution Vs. Irreducible Complexity30:37 Creationism at Harvard40:16 How to Stay a Creationist?47:20 Ethics: CRISPR, In…

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140. Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson: Creationism, Darwinian Evolution, DNA, Harvard, Bioethics 1:12:29

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Nathaniel's Website: https://answersingenesis.org/ Nathaniel on YouTube: @answersingenesis Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more guests on the show: https://goo.gl/uEAeNp ✉️ Get Immediately Actionable Tactics to Be More Strategic: http://eepurl.com/dELB39 -------------------------- Dr. Nathaniel Jeanson: Darwinian …

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139. Darren Magee: Narcissism, Dry Begging, Triangulation, Trauma Bonding, Manipulation, Recovery 1:14:14

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Darren F. Magee exposes the tactics of narcissists such as dry begging, isolation, and triangulation. 00:00 In this episode... 00:48 How Narcissists Choose Victims 04:01 Eliciting Personal Information 05:13 Control, Domination, Validation 08:21 The Fantasy Is Not Real 11:14 Narcissism Vs. Psychopathy 15:38 Learn About Your Reactions 17:17 How Narci…

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139. Darren Magee: Narcissism, Dry Begging, Triangulation, Trauma Bonding, Manipulation, Recovery 1:14:13

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Darren F. Magee exposes the tactics of narcissists such as dry begging, isolation, and triangulation. 00:00 In this episode... 00:48 How Narcissists Choose Victims 04:01 Eliciting Personal Information 05:13 Control, Domination, Validation 08:21 The Fantasy Is Not Real 11:14 Narcissism Vs. Psychopathy 15:38 Learn About Your Reactions 17:17 How Narci…

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138. Skeptoid's Brian Dunning: A Masterclass in Questioning Conspiracy Theories 1:05:41

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Brian Dunning discusses how to effectively question conspiracy theories and educate others. He has hosted the award-winning Skeptoid podcast since 2006. 00:00 The Allure of Conspiracy Theories 01:21 Defining Conspiracy Theories 06:53 Researching Conspiracy Theories 11:04 The Moon Landing Debate 18:15 The Knights Templar and Freemasons 24:08 Governm…

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138. Skeptoid's Brian Dunning: A Masterclass in Questioning Conspiracy Theories 1:05:42

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Brian Dunning discusses how to effectively question conspiracy theories and educate others. He has hosted the award-winning Skeptoid podcast since 2006. 00:00 The Allure of Conspiracy Theories 01:21 Defining Conspiracy Theories 06:53 Researching Conspiracy Theories 11:04 The Moon Landing Debate 18:15 The Knights Templar and Freemasons 24:08 Governm…

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137. Dr. Mark Ettensohn: Is Narcissism Not Genetic? NPD Treatment? 1:21:14

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Dr. Mark Ettensohn discusses developmental factors in narcissism. He covers the treatability of NPD and the human element in narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 00:46 Genes and Narcissistic Personality Disorder 08:57 Genes and Lack of Empathy 12:31 Empathy Is Not Static 14:07 Aren't Narcissists Predatory? 16:19 Paranoid Anxiety and Annihilation of…

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137. Dr. Mark Ettensohn: Is Narcissism Not Genetic? NPD Treatment? 1:21:13

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Dr. Mark Ettensohn discusses developmental factors in narcissism. He covers the treatability of NPD and the human element in narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 00:46 Genes and Narcissistic Personality Disorder 08:57 Genes and Lack of Empathy 12:31 Empathy Is Not Static 14:07 Aren't Narcissists Predatory? 16:19 Paranoid Anxiety and Annihilation of…

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136. Dr. Dan Schneider: Demons Are Cosmic Narcissists. The Liber Christo Method. 1:22:25

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Dr. Dan Schneider discusses exorcism and spiritual warfare. He compares pathological narcissism to demonic possession.00:00 In this episode...00:49 Understanding the Role of Exorcists02:42 The Exorcism Checklist05:34 Human Nature and Original Sin12:14 The Power of Language in Spiritual Battles20:30 Facts and Fictions of Exorcism in Film25:35 Signif…

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136. Dr. Dan Schneider: Demons Are Cosmic Narcissists. The Liber Christo Method. 1:22:26

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Dr. Dan Schneider discusses exorcism and spiritual warfare. He compares pathological narcissism to demonic possession. 00:00 In this episode... 00:49 Understanding the Role of Exorcists 02:42 The Exorcism Checklist 05:34 Human Nature and Original Sin 12:14 The Power of Language in Spiritual Battles 20:30 Facts and Fictions of Exorcism in Film 25:35…

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135. Coltan Scrivner: Why Predatory Men Get All the Attention (MORBIDLY CURIOUS) 1:12:56

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Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains the human drive to study the minds of dangerous people, and other elements of morbid curiosity. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. -----------------------…

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135. Coltan Scrivner: Why Predatory Men Get All the Attention (MORBIDLY CURIOUS) 1:12:55

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Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains the human drive to study the minds of dangerous people, and other elements of morbid curiosity. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. -----------------------…

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134. David Papineau: Philosophy in Sports, Genetics, Ethics, Formula One 1:05:24

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Dr. David Papineau explores the intricate relationship between philosophy and sports, discussing how sports can serve as a test case for philosophical theories. He delves into the definitions of sports, the nature versus nurture debate in athletic success, and the ethical considerations surrounding competition. 00:00 Philosophy and Sports: An Unexp…

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134. David Papineau: Philosophy in Sports, Genetics, Ethics, Formula One 1:05:23

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Dr. David Papineau explores the intricate relationship between philosophy and sports, discussing how sports can serve as a test case for philosophical theories. He delves into the definitions of sports, the nature versus nurture debate in athletic success, and the ethical considerations surrounding competition.00:00 Philosophy and Sports: An Unexpe…

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133. F-18 Pilot Ryan Graves: Threats Beyond the State of the Art. Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) 1:10:07

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Ryan Graves is Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace (ASA) and a former U.S. Navy F-18 pilot. He has testified before Congress about regular sightings of Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP). 0:00 In This Episode 1:32 Becoming a Fighter Pilot 6:24 The Culture of Silence in the Navy 9:53 First Encounters with UAPs 12:12 The "Cube in a S…

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133. F-18 Pilot Ryan Graves: Threats Beyond the State of the Art. Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) 1:10:06

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Ryan Graves is Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace (ASA) and a former U.S. Navy F-18 pilot. He has testified before Congress about regular sightings of Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP). 0:00 In This Episode 1:32 Becoming a Fighter Pilot 6:24 The Culture of Silence in the Navy 9:53 First Encounters with UAPs 12:12 The “Cube in a S…

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132. Harvard's Dr. Ellen Langer: Manipulation, Mindfulness, and Longevity 59:08

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Ellen Langer, Ph.D., was the first woman to be tenured in psychology at Harvard. Her research defies traditional narratives about health and aging. She exposes how a lack of mindfulness puts us at great risk of being manipulated. Ellen Langer's book: https://amzn.to/4nprRIA Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more gue…

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132. Harvard's Dr. Ellen Langer: Manipulation, Mindfulness, and Longevity 59:07

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Ellen Langer, Ph.D., was the first woman to be tenured in psychology at Harvard. Her research defies traditional narratives about health and aging. She exposes how a lack of mindfulness puts us at great risk of being manipulated. Ellen Langer's book: https://amzn.to/4nprRIA Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more gue…

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131. How Narcissists Hide Behind the Bible I Katherine Spearing 1:19:56

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Katherine Spearing exposes methods of financial abuse and spiritual abuse, the cultic practice of using religious scripture as a tool of control and coercion. Katherine Spearing's book: https://amzn.to/426BjYD Follow Katherine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinespearing/ Subscribe to Katherine's newsletter: https://www.katherinespeari…

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131. How Narcissists Hide Behind the Bible I Katherine Spearing 1:19:55

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Katherine Spearing exposes methods of financial abuse and spiritual abuse, the cultic practice of using religious scripture as a tool of control and coercion. Katherine Spearing's book: https://amzn.to/426BjYD Follow Katherine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinespearing/ Subscribe to Katherine's newsletter: https://www.katherinespeari…

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130. The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Shape the Fate of the World I Tim Palmer 1:22:11

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Oxford's Tim Palmer is a Royal Society Research Professor who pioneered the development of operational ensemble weather and climate forecasting. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society, an International Member of the US National Academy of Sciences, a recipient of the Institute of Physics Dirac Gold Medal, and a lead author of the Intergovernmental Pan…

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130. The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Shape the Fate of the World I Tim Palmer 1:22:12

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Oxford's Tim Palmer is a Royal Society Research Professor who pioneered the development of operational ensemble weather and climate forecasting. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society, an International Member of the US National Academy of Sciences, a recipient of the Institute of Physics Dirac Gold Medal, and a lead author of the Intergovernmental Pan…

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129. Anne Applebaum: How Dictators Really Control the World (Autocracy Inc.) 49:44

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Anne Applebaum (winner of the Pulitzer Prize) exposes the tactics of oppression used by dictators around the world and the greatest threats to democracy. She is a staff writer at The Atlantic.Read Anne's work in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/anne-applebaum/Read Anne's work on Substack: https://anneapplebaum.substack.com/Anne Appl…

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129. Anne Applebaum: How Dictators Really Control the World (Autocracy Inc.) 49:45

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Anne Applebaum (winner of the Pulitzer Prize) exposes the tactics of oppression used by dictators around the world and the greatest threats to democracy. She is a staff writer at The Atlantic. Read Anne's work in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/anne-applebaum/ Read Anne's work on Substack: https://anneapplebaum.substack.com/ Anne A…

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128. How Human Predators Hunt Vulnerable Women | Jennifer R. Young, Author of WOMEN WHO LOVE PSYCHOPATHS 1:48:48

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Jennifer R. Young is co-author of Women Who Love Psychopaths: Inside the Relationships of Inevitable Harm with Psychopaths, Sociopaths, and Narcissists 00:00 In this episode... 01:18 Introducing Jennifer R. Young 02:13 What is a psychopath? 03:06 The 3 Types of Batterers 06:08 Psychopaths cause harm wherever they go 07:40 The Low Conscious Umbrella…

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128. How Human Predators Hunt Vulnerable Women | Jennifer R. Young, Author of WOMEN WHO LOVE PSYCHOPATHS 1:48:47

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Jennifer R. Young is co-author of Women Who Love Psychopaths: Inside the Relationships of Inevitable Harm with Psychopaths, Sociopaths, and Narcissists00:00 In this episode...01:18 Introducing Jennifer R. Young02:13 What is a psychopath?03:06 The 3 Types of Batterers06:08 Psychopaths cause harm wherever they go07:40 The Low Conscious Umbrella08:57 …

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127. Grooming: The Narcissist's System of Abuse | Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski 1:17:00

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In this conversation, forensic psychologist Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski discusses the multifaceted role of forensic psychology in the legal system, detailing the complexities of sex offender risk assessments, the grooming process, and the distinctions between psychopathy and narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 01:14 Understanding Forensic Psychology 04:…

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127. Grooming: The Narcissist's System of Abuse | Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski 1:16:59

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In this conversation, forensic psychologist Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski discusses the multifaceted role of forensic psychology in the legal system, detailing the complexities of sex offender risk assessments, the grooming process, and the distinctions between psychopathy and narcissism.00:00 In this episode...01:14 Understanding Forensic Psychology04:01 …

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126. The Dark Attraction Between Religion and Warfare | Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D. 1:02:33

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Mark Juergensmeyer shares how war and religion are used in tandem to spur people to view the world in absolute terms. 00:00 In this episode...00:40 War is politics by other means02:08 War as alternative reality04:11 Religion as alternative reality05:07 War and Religion go together11:08 Absolute language of war and religion14:27 9/11 compared to Pea…

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126. The Dark Attraction Between Religion and Warfare | Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D. 1:02:32

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Mark Juergensmeyer shares how war and religion are used in tandem to spur people to view the world in absolute terms. 00:00 In this episode...00:40 War is politics by other means02:08 War as alternative reality04:11 Religion as alternative reality05:07 War and Religion go together11:08 Absolute language of war and religion14:27 9/11 compared to Pea…

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125. How Narcissists Use Conspiracy Theories to Gaslight Everyone | Mike Rothschild 58:27

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Mike Rothschild shares how conspiracy theories take advantage of human psychology, especially in vulnerable people, and what to do about it. 00:00 In this episode... 00:33 Conspiracy theories are everywhere 01:34 Conspiracy is real. Conspiracy theories are not. 02:48 Cult brainwashing and conspiracy theories 04:33 Who leads conspiracy theories? 06:…

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124. Dr. Gwen Adshead: Can Narcissists and Psychopaths Be Changed? 1:25:11

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Forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Gwen Adshead discusses her experience treating psychopaths, narcissists, and violent people. 00:00 In this episode...01:00 What is forensic psychiatry?02:20 What is it like to treat a murderer?03:31 What distinguishes a murderer who can change?04:35 What makes a bad person?06:15 Comparing psychopaths and murderers08:44 Ca…

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124. Dr. Gwen Adshead: Can Narcissists and Psychopaths Be Changed? 1:25:10

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Forensic psychiatrist, Dr. Gwen Adshead discusses her experience treating psychopaths, narcissists, and violent people.00:00 In this episode...01:00 What is forensic psychiatry?02:20 What is it like to treat a murderer?03:31 What distinguishes a murderer who can change?04:35 What makes a bad person?06:15 Comparing psychopaths and murderers08:44 Can…

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123. Thrill-Seeking is Genetic. It's Not Just Dopamine. | Alex Hutchinson (THE EXPLORER'S GENE) 1:16:56

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Alex Hutchinson discusses the genetic origins of human exploration and how to overcome fatigue, fear, and cognitive dissonance. 00:00 In this episode... 01:34 Letting go of the past 04:13 The genetic pull toward novelty 09:42 ADHD traits and genetics 12:17 How does dopamine affect behavior? 16:04 The Dark Room Problem 20:03 Freeze Response and Aver…

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123. Thrill-Seeking is Genetic. It's Not Just Dopamine. | Alex Hutchinson (THE EXPLORER'S GENE) 1:16:55

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Alex Hutchinson discusses the genetic origins of human exploration and how to overcome fatigue, fear, and cognitive dissonance.00:00 In this episode...01:34 Letting go of the past04:13 The genetic pull toward novelty09:42 ADHD traits and genetics12:17 How does dopamine affect behavior?16:04 The Dark Room Problem20:03 Freeze Response and Aversion to…