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  • 289 The Left-Wing Media's Use of Stochastic Terrorism

    289 The Left-Wing Media's Use of Stochastic Terrorism
    Sep 13 2025
    stochastic terrorism—the phenomenon in which public rhetoric, employed by the mass media and politicians, incites ideologically motivated violence that is statistically predictable but individually random. This podcast examines how certain segments of left-leaning media and politicians, including CNN and MSNBC and the Democratic Party, have often employed inflammatory language or contributed to hostile narratives that, in extreme cases, have correlated with acts of violence by radicalized individuals, most recently resulting in the death of Charlie Kirk. This podcast analyzes how repeated dehumanization of political figures or groups—such as labeling them as existential threats, Nazi’s, subhuman, etc —can create a climate where lone actors feel justified in taking violent action, even if such outcomes are never explicitly endorsed.
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    5 min
  • 288 Why News Promotes Ignorance and Mental Illness

    288 Why News Promotes Ignorance and Mental Illness
    Aug 31 2025
    Consuming news may foster ignorance, stress, and polarization, not informed citizenship, researchers argue.
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    4 min
  • 287 Why Good Women Are Attracted To Bad Men

    287 Why Good Women Are Attracted To Bad Men
    Aug 16 2025
    The phenomenon of women being drawn to “bad men”—those who exhibit traits like dominance, emotional unavailability, rebelliousness, or cruelty—has long fascinated psychologists, sociologists, and cultural critics. Far from being a mere stereotype, this attraction reflects a complex mix of evolutionary, psychological, and cultural influences that shape individual preferences and romantic dynamics.
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    5 min
  • 286 The Personality of a Thrill-Seeker

    286 The Personality of a Thrill-Seeker
    Aug 1 2025
    Thrill seekers occupy a unique psychological space, straddling the line between audacity and awe. These individuals are defined not only by their actions—such as skydiving, rock climbing, or racing at breakneck speeds—but also by a deep, intrinsic drive to experience life at its most intense. Understand the personality of a thrill seeker. Explore the complex mosaic of traits, motivations, and psychological mechanisms that compel them toward the extraordinary.
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    6 min
  • 285 Are Tattoos A Sign Of A Mental Disorder?

    285 Are Tattoos A Sign Of A Mental Disorder?
    Jul 15 2025
    Research published in Personality and Mental Health clearly states that the presence of tattoos on forensic psychiatric inpatients should alert clinicians to a possible diagnosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). These tattoos also indicate a potential for histories of suicide attempt, substance abuse, and sexual abuse.
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    4 min
  • 284 Why Good People Commit Horrific Crimes

    284 Why Good People Commit Horrific Crimes
    Jul 1 2025
    It is one of the most unsettling truths about humanity: under certain conditions, good people—those who are compassionate, loving, charitable, and often admired by peers—can commit crimes so horrific that they seem to defy all logic. When faced with such atrocities, society is often quick to label the perpetrator as inherently evil, mentally ill, or irredeemable. Yet the reality is much more complex and disturbing. The psychological, social, and situational factors that can transform ordinary individuals into agents of cruelty offer a sobering glimpse into the human condition and challenge the very foundations of moral certainty.
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    8 min
  • 283 The Fallacy of the “Chemical Imbalance” Theory in Mental Illness

    283 The Fallacy of the “Chemical Imbalance” Theory in Mental Illness
    Jun 15 2025
    For a long time, the main story about mental illness—like depression and anxiety—has been that there's a "chemical imbalance" in the brain. This idea, which is usually explained in simple terms, says that mood disorders come from problems with neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. According to this idea, mental illnesses are like diabetes or high blood pressure: a glitch in brain chemistry that needs a pharmaceutical fix, usually in the form of antidepressants or other psychiatric meds. This model has been useful in some ways, especially in reducing stigma by promoting the idea that mental illness is a medical condition rather than a moral failing. However, it is also deeply flawed and is increasingly recognized as scientifically outdated.
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    7 min
  • 282 The Dark Triad- Unveiling the Dark Side of Personality

    282 The Dark Triad- Unveiling the Dark Side of Personality
    Jun 2 2025
    The concept of personality has long been a subject of intense study in the field of psychology. Researchers have explored not only the positive aspects of personality but also the darker side of human nature. A particularly intriguing area of study is the Dark Triad, a set of personality traits regarded as representing the darkest aspects of human nature.
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    5 min