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Unpopular Culture

264 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 226 ratings

A psychotherapist dives into the broken underbelly of society, shining a light on more neglected topics in Pop Culture, Psychology, & Modern Media

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7 Reasons for Cannibals: Part 3

September 03, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MB

In this week’s episode, professor Michael Drane completes Part 3 of his series on ‘7 Reasons for Cannibals.’ He reviews the previous ingredients before diving into identity confusion, inferiority, and psychosis. This episode is reserved exclusively for our Stalkers of the podcast, so if you would like to catch the full episode, go to: patreon.com/upcpodcast Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                             * * * Follow us on all ...

7 Motives for Cannibals: Part 2

August 27, 2021 19:21 - 35 minutes - 49.6 MB

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane provides an in-depth analysis of the motives for cannibals—part 2. We review 2 additional motives for cannibalism: Psychopathic Narcissism and Power & Thrill. Listen in as he dives into the minds of Luka Magnotta from the Netflix Documentary ‘Don’t Fuck with Cats’ and Dorangel Vargas (aka the Hannibal Lector of the Andes). Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                             * * * Follow...

Satanism vs. Insanity: The Case of Nathan Brooks

August 19, 2021 19:05 - 5 minutes - 7.68 MB

On Sept. 30th, 1995 in Bellaire, Ohio -- 16 yr old Ryan Brooks was staying over at his friend Erik’s house. Like most teenagers, Ryan and Erik were up late hanging out. Ryan was out so late that he decided to check in with his parents. Ryan calls home at approximately 1:30 AM and his older brother Nathan answers the phone. “Tell mom and dad that I’m staying with Erik tonight." His older brother Nathan responds: “No, I think mom and dad want you home." Believing that his parents want him t...

History of Mental Illness: 19th Century

August 10, 2021 19:31 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MB

In this week's episode, the UPC Dream Team is bringing you back in time. Listen in as Professor Michael Drane, Pat Owen, Ryan Lee, and Ashley Haynes-Gibson discuss mental health care standards, stereotypes and practices in the 1800s, the emergence of interventions we see and use today, outlandish diagnoses, and more! For a refresher, be sure to check out our first episode in this series: History of Mental Illness Prior to the 1800s. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy th...

7 Motives for Cannibals- Part 1

August 05, 2021 19:31 - 50 minutes - 69.2 MB

We all know what cannibalism is, but do we know WHY it exists? What drives a person to eat another person? The answers might surprise you. This episode is the first of a series where Prof. Michael Drane explores the many reasons why cannibals exist. Stay tuned for part 2! Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                        * * * Follow us on all platforms at @upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a Forensic Psychology podcast created an...

The Psychology of Medieval Torture:

July 22, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 85.2 MB

In this week’s episode, listen in as Professor and Psychotherapist Michael Drane and Cybersecurity Engineer Ryan Lee, dive into the psychology behind Medieval torture. This request was brought to us by our beloved Stalker Katherine, who was particularly interested in the psychology of medieval torture coupled with voyeurism. We review different Medieval devices used during this time, the psychology of the sadist/masochist/voyeur, as well as some lesser-known cases like Bernd Jürgen Armando...

Dating After 40

July 13, 2021 19:00 - 4 minutes - 6.41 MB

In this week's episode, Professor and Psychotherapist Michael Drane and MFT Intern Ashley Haynes-Gibson answer Laura's questions from our previous Relationship Live Show. Laura, 43, has engaged in a lot of therapeutic healing and wants to know how to find the right partner, as well as friends, after leaving the Mormon Church 12 years ago. Listen in as we discuss Adlerian Psychology around what constitutes a 'mid-life crisis’, how to develop a healthy schema of relationships, how to base ...

Therapist Reviews Schizophrenia Simulator

July 06, 2021 19:00 - 39 minutes - 54 MB

Have you ever been curious about the lived experience of Schizophrenia? All of us have the ability to have our senses fooled. It’s a balance of probability that more of us don’t experience it ourselves. In this week’s episode, Cybersecurity Engineer Ryan Lee and Professor and Psychotherapist Michael Drane discuss Ryan’s experience using a well-known Schizophrenia simulator. Listen in as we review the often-distressing symptoms of Schizophrenia, what types and styles of voices can be presen...

Borderline for Bees with Boots (RELOADED)

June 29, 2021 18:38 - 58 minutes - 58 MB

UPC is bringing back another cult classic—Borderline for Bees with Boots. Listen in as Professor Michael Drane, Andy Baker and Ashley Haynes-Gibson discuss Borderline Personality Disorder, the complexities of living with BPD, common misconceptions, and more! Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                             * * * Follow us on all platforms at @upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a Forensic Psychology podcast created and hoste...

The History of Mental Illness Prior To The 1800s

June 22, 2021 18:07 - 56 minutes - 78 MB

Have you ever wished you were in a mental institution prior to the 1800s? No? Me either. Turns out mental health care has come a long way in regards to just about everything. This week, listen in as the dynamic trio Professor Michael Drane, UPC Admin Andy Baker, and Grad Student/Researcher Ashley Haynes-Gibson discuss the type of mental health treatment that was available, how the mentally ill were viewed by society, famous artist’s and monarchs who were rumored to be mentally unwell, and mo...

The Devil Made Me Do It: The Psychology of Demonic Possession

June 16, 2021 19:00 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MB

It’s 7PM, February 16th, 1981. Arne Cheyene Johnson, 19, has just been arrested for the murder of his 40-year-old friend and landlord, Alan Bono. Arne Stabbed Bono over 20 times after getting into an altercation about an unknown female. Fascinatingly, Arne Johnson claimed to have no memory of the event, stating that he was possessed by the devil after an exorcism was performed on his girlfriend’s brother David Getzel. Following his conviction, Johnson served 5 years of his 20-year-sentence f...

The Psychology of MTV's 'Catfish' - Season 8, Ep. 32

June 09, 2021 20:28 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MB

Catfishing. We’ve all heard of it. People appear to be prettier than they are on Tinder or Plenty of Fish and you think to yourself, ‘there’s no way this person is real.’ But what happens when you’re right? What happens when the person you’ve been in love with for the past ten years is a lie? In this week’s episode, listen in as Professor Michael Drane and Cybersecurity Engineer Ryan Lee explore the Psychology of MTV’s ‘Catfish’--Season 8, Episode 32 with Caitea and Paul. They look at the ...

God Told me to Do it (RELOADED)

June 01, 2021 18:35 - 1 second - 598 KB image/jpg

Is he DANGEROUS? Where do you stand on the public BACKLASH? In 2008, Vince Li, while in a psychotic state, Decapitated and cannibalized the person he was sitting next to after voices in his mind commanded him to do so..   Li was found criminally not responsible due to mental illness, and is now free in the public, sparking debate and public outcry. Some say Li is a danger to the public, others say he deserves a second chance. What are the social implications of either one of these decisi...

The Psychology of Dark Humor

May 18, 2021 20:31 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MB

While mainstream society might scoff at your twisted sense of humor, the benefit of using humor in dark moments is a well-studied coping mechanism. In this episode- Prof. Michael Drane sits down with Tawny Platis from The Death is Hilarious Podcast to talk about this misunderstood aspect of the human psyche.                                               * * * Follow us on all platforms at @upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a Forensic Psychology podcast created and hosted by Pro...

Psych Profile: The Truck Stop Killer

May 11, 2021 19:31 - 3 minutes - 5.51 MB

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane presents one of America’s most notorious serial killers, the Truck Stop Killer. Also known as Robert Ben Rhoades, Ben acquired his fame after a police officer unsuspectingly checked on his semi-truck, parked haphazardly on the side of the road, only to discover that Robert was ‘working’ on his next victim. Listen in as he explores the killer’s ideology, their motive, the horribly gruesome details surrounding his torture and disposal of their ...

Narcissism, Scary Tech, & The Threshold for Pain (LIVE)

May 04, 2021 21:15 - 1 hour - 117 MB

We asked you to tell us what’s on your mind, and you did not disappoint. 1. Do women with narcissistic personality disorder get misdiagnosed with Borderline often? 2. Someone wants you to talk about the threshold for human pain tolerance; “is there a limit, what happens when that limit is reached, why do different people have different tolerance levels?” 3. What tech scares you most and why?   We answer these questions and more on this episode. Check out our next live show on YouTube @upcpod...

Live Show #1: Relationship Questions

April 20, 2021 22:15 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB

In this week’s episode, the UPC Team is bringing you our very first Live Show! Relationship Questions Edition… We brought on Michael Drane, Andrew Baker, Ashley Haynes-Gibson, and Ryan Lee to answer questions from our beloved Stalkers, as well as the audience, around personality shifts due to stress, money in relationships, and how to manage a Master’s Degree while being in a relationship. We really enjoyed making this episode for you, and we’d love to hear your feedback! Our next Live Sho...

Narcissistic Parents - The Psychology of Narcissistic Personality Disorder

April 13, 2021 18:21 - 1 hour - 72.3 MB

What are the psychological ramifications of having a narcissist in your life? How do you protect yourself from the chaotic world of the clinical narcissist? Listen in as Professor Michael Drane retells the tragic death of Lisa Steinberg, the victim of an excessively narcissistic parent, as well as the origin of “Battered Wife-Syndrome”. This is a reloaded episode from 2019. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                             * * * Fo...

Advertising vs. Manipulation

April 06, 2021 19:28 - 7 minutes - 10.8 MB

What do you get when attention is a form of currency? What happens when we have access to limitless media for consumption? Artistic manipulation. In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane, Medical Researcher Pat Owen, and Cybersecurity Engineer Ryan Lee answer Elijah’s Stalker Request: Advertisement vs. Manipulation. Listen in as they discuss Edward Bernays’ mastery of artistic manipulation, the limitations of determining credibility on the internet, the philosophical debate behind...

44 Days to Die: The Case of Junko Furata

April 01, 2021 01:11 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MB

(Of all the forensic cases that I have covered, what happened to Junko Furata is one of the most disturbing) Junko Furata was an innocent high school girl who was senselessly tortured, raped, and murdered by her own classmates. Even more shocking- there is evidence suggesting parents and even police knew about it and did nothing. In this episode- Prof. Drane explores the psychological phenomenon he has dubbed "Lord of the Flies Syndrome", and other psychological theories as to how this uns...

Spree Murder and The Georgia Spa Shootings

March 23, 2021 19:21 - 5 minutes - 7.82 MB

In this week’s episode, the UPC team meets to discuss the Georgia Spa Shootings from last week that left 8 people dead. Robert Long’s actions have been cast into the national spotlight as an ever-present example of the rise in hate crimes towards Asian Americans following the Covid-19 Pandemic. But is there enough evidence to establish this event as a racially motivated hate crime? Listen in as we discuss the nature of spree shootings, the defining features of a hate crime, and the steps w...

"Dear UPC" : Relationship Questions

March 16, 2021 22:57 - 42 minutes - 59 MB

In this week's episode, Michael, Ashley, and Andy are bringing you a special treat! Our very first episode in our new series "Dear UPC". Here, we answer our Beloved Stalker's questions regarding a myriad of topics, with this first episode focusing on relationships.  Listen in as we discuss the challenges of navigating a relationship after long-term childhood abuse, in conjunction with a lack of therapeutic support in the community for those who struggle with more serious mental illnesses. ...

Scale of Evil , Part 14: Buried Alive for Ransom

March 10, 2021 02:47 - 5 minutes - 8.91 MB

Imagine the horror of being kidnapped. Let that sink in for a moment. Now, imagine the horror of being buried alive, in a box, underground—which is worse? Now, imagine both. Level 19 psychopath Gary S. Krist was responsible for the abduction and ransom of Barbara Mackle, daughter to real estate tycoon Robert Mackle, in 1968. He kidnapped her, buried her alive, and then demanded her father pay a half-million-dollar ransom for her safe return. But is Gary as evil as we think he is? In ...

Diagnosing Demonic Possession (RELOADED)

March 02, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

What is more terrifying? The moment where you realize you've been possessed by demons OR the moment where you realize it's all in your head? In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane revisits one of our most *chilling* episodes -- Diagnosing Demonic Possession. If you thought 'The Exorcism of Emily Rose' was a cult classic, wait until you hear ours. Listen in as we explore demonic possession in comparison with psychological phenomena like Psychosis and Split Personality Disorder by...

The Devil Within

February 23, 2021 20:00 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with the hosts of The Mind Behind It Podcast to discuss all things dark psychology. We wanted to share this gem with the public and also note how wonderful it was to be a guest on their show!   Check out their description below:   "Prof. Michael Drane, a psychotherapist and host of the UPC (Unpopular Culture) podcast talks to us about what drives a serial killer to do what they do, his take on cults and a brief insight into the Lu...

Elisa Lam & The Disappearance at the Cecil Hotel

February 17, 2021 00:54 - 5 minutes - 7.74 MB

What is it that drives the mob to hunt the social misfit? In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Cybersecurity Engineer Ryan Lee, and Researcher/Grad Student Ashley Haynes-Gibson to revisit the infamous case of Elisa Lam and her disappearance from the Cecil Hotel in L.A., California. After watching the new Netflix Docuseries ‘Crime Scene: The Vanishing at Cecil Hotel’, Michael explores Elisa’s symptoms of psychosis, her bizarre behavior in the elevator video, her acti...

The Werewolf of Wysteria (RELOADED)

February 09, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

This week you're in for a treat! Albert Fish is notoriously one of our most famous episodes, so we've decided to resurrect him from the digital grave. In this week's re-loaded episode, Professor Michael Drane explores one of America's most gruesome serial killers, Albert Fish. He was a living Boogeyman. Listen in as we explore the nature vs. nurture of Fish, his psychopathology, cannibalism, and sexual paraphilia.                                              * * * Follow us on all plat...

Escaping the House of Yahweh

February 02, 2021 19:33 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MB

"I went to see the freaks & Kenny went to find religion. That's how it all started." In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Debryah Hawkins, a survivor of the House of Yahweh Cult. At 22, Debryah's life changed when a box of pamphlets arrived at her house. What started out as an innocent adventure and a 3-day feast quickly spiraled into a 10-year trap. Listen in as they discuss how she was recruited, the lengths required for loyalty and submission, and how she Got The...

The Psychology of Cobra Kai (Season 3, Part 2)

January 30, 2021 20:00 - 1 minute - 2.61 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Brihana Davidson of the 'Cobra Kai Kompanion' podcast and Andrew Baker, Admin for UPC and fellow Psych Grad Student, to discuss Cobra Kai, Season 3! This is part two of our first episode, reserved especially for our beloved Stalkers. To get the full episode, become a stalker at www.patreon.com/upcpodcast. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.                                            * * *  Follow us...

The Psychology of Cobra Kai (Season 3, Part 1)

January 26, 2021 20:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Brihana Davidson of the 'Cobra Kai Kompanion' podcast and Andrew Baker, Admin for UPC and fellow Psych Grad Student, to discuss Cobra Kai, Season 3! Listen in as they answer stalker questions like "Is Cobra Kai a cult?" and "Is John Kreese a psychopath?" Brihana brings her trusted expertise and insight into the behavior and history of the characters, so be wary that we WILL be revealing spoilers *hint hint* This is a special two-...

Death Is Hilarious: The Psychology of Dark Humor

January 20, 2021 20:00 - 5 minutes - 8.63 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Tawny Platis, Host of 'Death Is Hilarious' Podcast, to explore the Psychology of Dark Humor. Listen in as they discuss what dark humor is, why it's good for us, how Covid-19 has impacted our sense of humor, and what having a dark sense of humor says about our personality. They also explore the misconceptions and frustrations with Kubler-Ross's model for grief, as well as the kinds of things you should and should not say to a person...

How To Incite A Mob: Thoughts on the Capitol

January 12, 2021 20:00 - 36 minutes - 50.9 MB

It’s astonishing how quickly one person’s idea can become the belief system of an entire community. In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane explores the psychology of Mob Mentality within the context of the riot at the Capitol. Mob Mentality usually makes headlines during the holidays--that is, unfortunately, a familiar sight. However, the events that took place last Wednesday are unprecedented. You may be asking yourself "Why did this happen?" or "How could this happen?" Listen ...

Push Button, Get Happy.

January 05, 2021 20:00 - 6 minutes - 10.2 MB

The cost of entry into happiness is lower than it’s ever been.   Every day we experience psychological addiction through our most popular video games because these platforms utilize neuropsychology to keep the players coming back for more. This is the same process as a slot machine. But what happens when you put a slot machine into a human brain? What happens when humans are given an all-access pass to bliss? In a split second, your pain, physical discomfort, and emotional misery are all g...

The Art of Influence

December 29, 2020 20:00 - 51 minutes - 70.2 MB

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane sits down with Michael F. Schein, author of “The Hype Handbook: 12 Indispensable Success Secrets from the World’s Greatest Propagandists, Self-Promoters, Cult Leaders, Mischief Makers, and Boundary Breakers”, to discuss how himself and others have mastered the power of hype to get what they want. They also explore the psychology of influence and persuasion, and its impact societally. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show...

Paranormal Activity & The Psychology of Confirmation Bias

December 22, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 82.6 MB

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane explores the Psychology of Confirmation Bias through the lens of Paranormal Activity. He has with him Jeremy Enfinger, Paranormal Investigator and host of the ‘Deviatus’ and ‘‘Wine & Wierdos’ Podcasts, as well as Ryan Lee, Cybersecurity Engineer. Jeremy, having spent several years investigating paranormal activity, is acting as the believer. Ryan, on the other hand, has never encountered any sort of paranormal activity, and has never seen or fe...

Sexual Fetish Trivia Game!

December 15, 2020 20:00 - 6 minutes - 9.43 MB

In this week's episode, the whole gang is bringing you another cult classic--Sexual Fetish Trivia! Watch as Andy and Ashley go head-to-head in their second round of Trivia just for our beloved Stalkers. We review the most common types of sexual fetishes, the differences between a fetish and a paraphilia, and much more! Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Photo By: Artem Labunsky/Unsplash Follo...

Death Row Psychology: The Case of Lisa Montgomery

December 08, 2020 20:00

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Author Dr. Bill Kimberlin to discuss the case of an inmate he has been interviewing for over 6 years, Lisa Montgomery. Lisa Montgomery is the first female prisoner to be federally executed on Death Row in over 70 years, with her execution scheduled to take place just eight days before the new administration is sworn in. Listen in as they discuss the different types of execution styles, the different drugs used in an execution, the ps...

Death Row Psychology: The Case of Lisa Montgomery

December 08, 2020 20:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MB

In this week’s episode, Professor Michael Drane meets with Author Dr. Bill Kimberlin to discuss the case of an inmate he has been interviewing for over 6 years, Lisa Montgomery. Lisa Montgomery is the first female prisoner to be federally executed on Death Row in over 70 years, with her execution scheduled to take place just eight days before the new administration is sworn in. Listen in as they discuss the different types of execution styles, the different drugs used in an execution, the ps...

The Psychology of Paranoia

December 01, 2020 20:00 - 6 minutes - 9.78 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane, Dr. Pat Owen, Ashley, and Andy answer Kira's Stalker Question about Paranoia. We explore the different levels of paranoia, key traits of paranoid thinkers, as well as the differences between paranoid psychosis and paranoid personality disorders. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show. Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.  Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follo...

The Psychology of Live-Streamed Suicide

November 24, 2020 20:00 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MB

In this week’s 2-part episode, the UPC team is bringing you more Stalker Questions! Lou asked about live-streamed suicide and the motive behind ending one’s life on public platforms, as well as the ramifications for those who encourage suicide on social media. We touch on some of the legal and social challenges associated with addressing live-streamed suicide, and who should be held responsible. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please contact 1-800-273-8255 ...

Murderous Parents & How to Erase Yourself from the Internet

November 17, 2020 20:00 - 7 minutes - 11.1 MB

In this week’s episode, the whole team is bringing the Stalkers some bona fide bonus content as we answer your questions from the Stalker Group. Sam asked about the case of Amanda Sharp-Jefferson and filicide--we discuss her case and the common reasons that people murder their children. Elijah inquired about the Netflix Documentary ‘The Social Dilemma’ and whether it is possible to remove yourself from the internet – we discuss data privacy, geolocation data, and the ‘not-so-secret’ problems...

Scale of Evil, Part 13: Torture Murders

November 10, 2020 21:24 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane explores the dark minds of those on Level 18 of the Gradations of Evil Scale, developed by Dr's Michael Stone and Gary Brucato.  "Though psychotic, they do not typically prolong their torture. Murder, not torture, is their primary motivation." Maury Travis, a quiet, unsuspecting man, shocked the St. Louis area after police discovered that he was responsible for the death of over 17 women. Known as the "Bi-State Strangler" or the "Street Wal...

The Day After Doomsday

November 03, 2020 19:05 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MB

In this week's episode, Professor Michael Drane explores the Strong City Cult and what happens the day after doomsday. How do they live with the cognitive dissonance? What do they say to their leader once the prophecy fails? Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.  Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinterest.com/upcpodcast ...

CBT 101 (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)

October 27, 2020 19:00 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MB

On today's episode, Admin Andy Baker and Professor Michael Drane explore CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and how it's used to help clients gain awareness of their thoughts, feelings, emotions and sensations. Tune in for aliens, Mr. Wizard and much more!  Stay safe out there friends, and we hope you enjoy the show.    Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/up...

4 Year Anniversary Show

October 20, 2020 22:05 - 9 minutes - 17.1 MB

UPC is turning 4 years old! To celebrate 4 years of Unpopular Culture, we are answering Stalker questions: What was our favorite episode to make? What if we had a device that controlled our emotions? How will Covid-19 impact future generations? These and more will be answered.. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinterest.com/upcpodcast Unpopular...

The Murder of James Bulger

October 13, 2020 20:34 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Liverpool, 1993: Two 10-year-old boys kidnap and savagely murder 2-year-old James Bulger. What would compel such young children to commit such a vicious act on a little kid? The investigation and trial produced overwhelming evidence against the two young killers, who spent the rest of their childhood in prison. Now as adults, they have mostly vanished from the public eye. Due to a bizarre British law, it is a federal crime to look for them. There is no way to know if or when they will kill a...

Cobra Kai Psychology

October 06, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 101 MB

In this episode: Psychology Professor Michael Drane teams up with Brihana from The Cobra Kai Kompanion Podcast to talk behind the scenes of Cobra Kai, easter eggs, and the psychology behind this show. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinterest.com/upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a psychology podcast hosted by Professor & Psychoanalyst M...

Death Row Psychology

September 29, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 84.2 MB

In this Episode: Dr. Bill Kimberlin has interviewed multiple inmates just prior to their executions. He comes with a message: Death row is not what we think it is. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinterest.com/upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a psychology podcast hosted by Professor & Psychoanalyst Michael Drane. With help from professi...

Cult Vibrations & The Legacy of Teal Swan (RELOADED)

September 24, 2020 19:00 - 49 minutes - 61.3 MB

In This Episode: Teal Swan stands in the center of controversy. This is the story of a female Cult Leader/Spiritual Teacher who recruits members via YouTube & Facebook. Is she responsible for leading her followers to suicide?  Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinterest.com/upcpodcast Unpopular Culture Podcast is a psychology podcast hosted by P...

Psychotic Fame

September 16, 2020 21:18 - 48 minutes - 67.4 MB

In this Episode: What would you do to be famous? Celebrities like Jennifer Lawerence, Daniel Radcliffe, and Amy Schumer describe being famous as a kind of disorientating whirlwind. Are you someone who fantasizes about being world-renown? If you suddenly became famous, you would find that the way you once existed in the world has changed. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast ...

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