Unpopular Culture
264 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 226 ratingsA 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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Psychotic Fame -
September 16, 2020 21:18In 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 ...
Walking Amnesia
September 13, 2020 20:29 - 6 minutes - 8.6 MBIn this Episode: Walking Amnesia happens when you lose your memory and wake up somewhere else. Clinically known as "Dissociative Fugue", this condition has terrified people who have woke up driving on the freeway or assumed a whole other identity. Featuring Psychotherapist Michael Drane, Medical Researcher Dr. Pat Owen, Grad Researcher Ashley Haynes-Gibson Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagra...
Scale of Evil, Part 12
September 10, 2020 19:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBIn this Episode: The transition to Category 17 is what Micahel Stone calls “a move into the darkest territory of the Gradations of Evil scale—covering a wide array of serial killers, torturers, and sadists. “ Long behind us are the killers who kill in self-defense, or because they momentarily lost their reasoning, their sanity…. The level 17 killer is something else, something darker. • They kill purely for the psychological gratification of the murder itself. What sets the level 17 ki...
Therapist Profiles: Umbrella Academy, Part 3
September 05, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 21.5 MBIn this Episode: A full psychological breakdown of Five from Netflix's hit show "The Umbrella Academy" 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 professionals in different fields, he seeks to shine a light on the b...
The Disappearance of Elisa Lam (RELOADED)
September 02, 2020 19:07 - 41 minutes - 35.5 MBIn 2013, Canadian college student Elisa Lam was last seen in an elevator acting very strangely..some say it was foul play, while others suspect mental illness. Professor Michael Drane and Paranormal Investigator Jeremy Enfinger from the Weirdos and Wine Podcast discuss... 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 Cultu...
Living With Borderline Personality
August 30, 2020 22:27 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBBorderline Personality can be extremely challenging for the person that has it, and also for the relationships in that person's life. In this episode: We discuss what it's like living with Borderline Personality. Full Episode---> patreon.com/upcpodcast 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 ps...
Gang Stalking
August 26, 2020 19:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBHave you ever been stalked, not just by a person, but an entire group of people? How do you know? And the more disturbing question… how can you prove it? The Psychology behind this phenomenon may be more provocative than the phenomenon itself. 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 po...
Therapist Profiles: Umbrella Academy, Part 2
August 24, 2020 21:36 - 6 minutes - 9.62 MBPsychology Professor Michael Drane breaks down the personality structure and family dynamics of The Umbrella Academy characters. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Show Notes —https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Umbrella1 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...
Therapist Profiles: Umbrella Academy, Part 1
August 21, 2020 23:03 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBPsychology Professor Michael Drane breaks down the personality structure and family dynamics of The Umbrella Academy characters. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Show Notes —https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Umbrella1 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 Micha...
The Defense Mechanisms Trivia Game
August 13, 2020 21:49 - 13 minutes - 18.2 MBWe all use these unconscious defenses to guard us against things we'd rather not face. Which ones do YOU use the most? In this episode: Grad students Andrew Baker & Ashley Haynes-Gibson square off in the ultimate showdown. How many can you guess? 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 psycholog...
The 6 types of Stalkers, Part 6: "The Hit Stalker"
August 10, 2020 15:13 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBMurder for hire killers are very different from other types of stalkers because they are motivated by money. Infamous hitmen like Charles Harrelson (son of Woody Harrelson), Richard Kuklinski, also known as “Iceman”, Sasha the Macedonian, Giuseppe Greco, and “Bugsy” Siegel- all rank among the most notorious of what Dr. Ronald Holmes classified as "The Hit Stalker". Contract killing is so embedded in our culture, iconic figures like The Avengers' Winter Soldier and Hitman's Agent 47 are exper...
Generational Trauma
August 08, 2020 21:55 - 7 minutes - 9.72 MBWe explore how trauma can be passed down through your family experience and bloodline. This was a request from Michelle! Thanks Michelle! 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 professionals in different field...
Jeffrey Epstein and The Unchecked Id
July 29, 2020 15:00 - 46 minutes - 48.4 MBIn this episode: Professor Michael Drane and psychology researchers analyze the psychology behind the Jeffrey Epstein Case. 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 professionals in different fields, he seeks to s...
Cults vs Military
July 25, 2020 02:25 - 11 minutes - 15.1 MBBoth groups are known to break down their members to psychologically rebuild them. Where do the similarities end? 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 professionals in different fields, he seeks to shine ligh...
Patty, Get Your Gun (RELOADED)
July 21, 2020 21:31 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBThis is one of the most popular 2016 episodes of UPC- This shocking episode of Unpopular Culture, Michael dives deep into a disturbing case of Stockholm Syndrome (or so it seems). Patty Hearst was an American heiress born in the 1950's, whose actions following her own kidnapping left most of America confused and horrified. Many did not believe her eventual claims of being brainwashed and tortured for almost 60 days by the SLA, because of the videos released of her spewing her captor's propa...
Diagnosing Batman
July 17, 2020 22:46 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBIs Batman a Psychopath? Is he Depressed? Maybe he has PTSD? In this episode- We psychoanalyze this iconic character. Show notes —>https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/batman Get the FULL episode--> patreon.com/upcpodcast 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 ...
The Trouble with Brain Implants- Neuralink Explained
July 15, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBWould you want a brain implant? In this Episode: A Therapist and Tech Expert discuss the worst-case scenarios behind Elon Musk's Neuralink. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Show notes —> https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Nlink 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 Mi...
The Six Stalkers, Part 5: Political Stalkers
July 07, 2020 22:18 - 24 minutes - 34 MBToday, we will discuss the 5th type of stalker under the Ronald Holmes model- The political Stalker. This is a kind of stalker that is not driven by sexual desire or intimacy, but by ideology. The radicalized behavior and delusional thinking has torn at the fabric of our society since the beginning of society itself. Since the assassination of Julius Caesar and before, Political stalkers have been altering the course of our history. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Cultur...
The Six Stalkers, Part 5: Political Stalkers
July 07, 2020 22:18Today, we will discuss the 5th type of stalker under the Ronald Holmes model- The political Stalker. This is a kind of stalker that is not driven by sexual desire or intimacy, but by ideology. The radicalized behavior and delusional thinking has torn at the fabric of our society since the beginning of society itself. Since the assassination of Julius Caesar and before, Political stalkers have been altering the course of our history. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Cultur...
Psychology (of SEX) Mythbusters
July 05, 2020 01:42 - 17 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this special edition show, we explore misconceptions about all things sex and relationships- We answer these misleading myths: 1. Opposites attract and are more likely to stay interesting to one another over the long haul. 2. Couples should have sex X times a month/week/day. 3. If you’re truly happy with your partner, you shouldn’t need to be close to anyone else. 4. Never go to bed angry. It will destroy your relationship 5. You should learn to love your partner’s worst q...
In a Relationship with The Replika App, Part 2
July 04, 2020 01:45 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBWe explore the psychology behind "Replika - My AI Friend" -- an app designed for virtual friendship, mentorship and romance. We discuss the nature of AI (Artificial Intelligence), whether it is possible to have a romantic relationship with your avatar, whether it has feelings, and even whether it has a soul. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: facebook.com/upcpodcast instagram.com/upcpodcast twitter.com/upcpodcast Pinter...
Fatal Insomnia (Reloaded)
June 30, 2020 19:51 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBThis is the story of a rare prion disease that deprives you of the ability to sleep. Eventually, the victim goes insane and dies. In this 2017 episode, we cover the story of Silvano- the man who bravely gave himself to science so that others might have a chance to live. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast Follow us on these platforms: http://facebook.com/upcpodcast http://instagram.com/upcpodcast http://twitter.com/upcpodcast http://Pinterest.com/...
The Six Stalkers, Part 4: Celebrity Stalkers
June 24, 2020 04:19 - 16 minutes - 23.1 MBToday- we will explore the psychology of celebrity stalkers- the 4th type of Stalker in our 6 types of stalkers series- "The celebrity Stalker." A type of stalking that truly embodies what happens when someone obsesses over the unattainable Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular Culture Podcast show notes — https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Six4 Follow us on these platforms http://facebook.com/upcpodcast http://instagram.com/upcpodcast http://twitter.com/upcpodcast...
Multiple Personality Disorder, Explained
June 20, 2020 02:27 - 13 minutes - 18.4 MBPsycho Therapist and Professor Michael Drane, Andrew Baker and Researcher Ashley Haynes-Gibson explain what happens in the mind of a person with Dissociative Identity Disorder (A.K.A Multiple Personality Disorder). They will discuss this through the lens of Internal Family Systems. A type of therapeutic approach that Michael has studied. We will also bring up popular movies and television shows that feature Multiple Personality Disorder. Hosted by Professor Michael Drane of the Unpopular...
Scale of Evil, Part 11: The Abbotsford Killer
June 17, 2020 06:51 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MBIn This Episode: Forensic Analysis on The Case of Terry Driver, convicted murder. Driver ranks at level 16 of Dr. Michael Stone's "Gradations of Evil Scale". UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. We are an independent psycholog...
Does Depression Age You Faster?
June 13, 2020 04:27 - 6 minutes - 8.45 MBTrue or False- Depression speeds up aging in cells, making you "Biologically older" In this Episode: We dive to find out the truth. show notes — https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Age UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. ...
Do females like being called "Baby"??
June 09, 2020 22:21 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBThe claim is that being called "baby" has a positive impact on the female brain, causing emotional stress relief-- Is this true?? Team UPC explores the legitimacy behind this psychology "fact" show notes —- https://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Baby UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Se...
Being in a Relationship With The Replika App
June 05, 2020 01:46 - 14 minutes - 10.5 MBWe explore the psychology behind "Replika - My AI Friend" -- an app designed for virtual friendship, mentorship and romance. We discuss the nature of AI (Artificial Intelligence), whether it is possible to have a romantic relationship with your avatar, whether it has feelings, and even whether it has a soul. In this episode, we (the therapist, medical researcher, and tech expert) review the Replika first hand after downloading it to see what it is truly capable of. show notes —- http...
The House of Fox Hallow Farm- Reloaded
May 28, 2020 15:00 - 48 minutes - 46.7 MBSerial Killer, Herb Baumeister, AKA The "I-70 Strangler" and responsible for "The Gay Murders" in Indiana in the late 1980's and early 1990's was an odd man that rode around in a hearse and urinating on a lot of different things... In this episode, Michael Drane, UPC's resident psychotherapist dives into the Psychology of Erotophonophilia & Auto-Erotic Asphixiation. You'll also hear a psychological profile of Herb Baumeister, prolific serial killer and murderer who turned his massive estate,...
Psychology Mythbusters- Friendships are Fickle
May 25, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 7.71 MBIn this episode- We bust psychology "facts" found on the internet. Psychology Fact: "When a new person enters your best friend's life, then your importance decreases." Is this true? show notes —- http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/FriendFACT UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexua...
Analyzing The Toolbox Killers
May 23, 2020 00:05 - 33 minutes - 62.2 MBIn this episode: We interview Laura Brand, a private investigator who helped find the location of 2 missing victims from the Toolbox Murders of the late 1970s show notes — http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/ToolBox UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv ...
Insomniac's Guide to Sleep
May 15, 2020 20:23 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MB1 in 3 people have at least mild insomnia. Falling asleep can feel like you're playing tug-of-war with a tireless monster. In this episode- We talk with Trevor Youngquist, owner of Liberated Sleep- which provides Mindfulness-based online coaching for insomnia using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. show notes —- http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Sleep UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic ...
Planet Agoraphobia
May 11, 2020 22:15 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBWe explore the mental illness known as "agoraphobia"- The irrational fear of being in open/closed spaces or being out of the house along. But what happens when these fears are no longer irrational? Is it still a mental illness? Or a new reality? show notes —-http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Planet UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenome...
The Six Stalkers, Part 3: Love-Scorned
May 08, 2020 19:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBIn this Episode: We dive into the psychology of a rejected stalker, what Dr. Ronald Holmes calls the “Love-scorned” Stalker Show Notes —- https://bit.ly/SIXstalkers We all know how crippling rejection can have on our mental health.. what happens to someone is already mentally unhealthy.. This is a dive into the mind of a man whose profound sense of rejection drove him to unspeakable acts of savagery. UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime...
Psychology (of sex) Mythbusters: Girls Don't Like "Dirty Talk"
May 04, 2020 17:28 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this Episode: We explain the psychology of dirty talk, and address the claim that "Girls Don't Enjoy Talking Dirty as Much As Guys Do" What are your feelings? Is this true? show notes— http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/SexMyth UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality,...
Dark Fairytale Origins 3
April 27, 2020 20:25 - 5 minutes - 4.37 MBIn this episode: We continue down the rabbit hole, exploring the psychological themes of the original stories behind "The Fox and The Hound" & "Pied Piper of Hamelin" show notes —- http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Tales3 UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: Mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, lo...
Scale of Evil: Interview with The Experts
April 23, 2020 20:44 - 58 minutes - 37.2 MBToday we are SO excited to provide you with this fascinating conversation between myself, Dr. Michael Stone & Dr. Gary Brucato - The renowned experts behind "The Gradations of Evil" Scale and their new book "The New Evil: Understanding the Emergence of Modern Violent Crime". Show notes —-http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/SOEorigins UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: Serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychol...
Coronavirus: Isolation Nation
April 16, 2020 22:15 - 50 minutes - 57 MBIn this Episode: We explain the psychological impact of isolation and give some takeaways for how to survive your quarantine lifestyle. (This episode was recorded on March 28, 2020. Information has likely changed since that time. Please check the CDC for current updates on The Coronavirus) show notes —- http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/Isolation UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis...
Stalker Report: Psych Myths & Intolerable Sounds
April 12, 2020 23:33 - 6 minutes - 8.88 MBOn this episode, Andy and I answer some of our favorite messages that we've received from our beloved Stalkers. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, you name it! We hear you and we are here to answer life's strangest questions: Why do some sounds feel like nails on a chalkboard? Why do I react so strongly to car horns? And my ~personal~ favorite, how long can you be mad at someone before you don't love them anymore? Give it a listen, send us your own thoughts/questions, and thank you for your s...
Team UPC Talks About Coronavirus
April 09, 2020 23:17 - 43 minutes - 30.6 MBPeople have been writing me asking for help for how to deal with the coronavirus Like you, I’m deeply concerned about the state of where things are. To make myself feel better, for lack of knowing any viral pathologists, I asked two of the smartest people I know about their take on the coronavirus. This was initially a private conversation among friends, but about halfway through, we decided that if sharing this conversation helps educate people about how to protect themselves, then w...
Dark Fairytale Origins 2: Pinocchio & Cinderella
April 03, 2020 23:53 - 6 minutes - 4.62 MBIn this episode: we explore disturbing psychological themes behind the original stories of Cinderella & Pinocchio UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. We are an independent psychology podcast. Help us keep UPC free of ads and o...
The Psychology of Tiger King
March 31, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBAre they zookeepers or cult leaders? In this episode we share our analysis of Joe Exotic, Carol Baskin, and Doc Antle and compare their zoo culture to cult criteria show notes —- http://www.upcpodcast.com/archive1/TigerKing UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Pani...
Walter White & The Midlife Crisis
March 29, 2020 23:33 - 7 minutes - 5.66 MBIn this episode: We explore the psychology of Walter White, the iconic character from AMC's "Breaking Bad" show notes —- upcpodcast.com/archive1/BreakingBad UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. We are an independent psycholog...
Cults Vs. Religions- The John Frum Cult
March 26, 2020 21:07 - 29 minutes - 39.9 MBToday, we will look at the fabled “Cargo Cults” of the pacific, indigenous tribes that were overwhelmed by the Americans technology that they began to worship them as gods. We’re also going to explore religions vs. cults, and try to understand the subtle differences between the two. UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, ps...
Banana Phobia
March 16, 2020 00:31 - 13 minutes - 18.1 MBIn this Episode: We answer a letter from "Banana Phobia", a person who is phobic about bananas. Did you know that 50% of humans have a lifelong, irrational fear of an object or situation? For around 7% of us, that fear rises to the level of clinical phobia. UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Cult...
Scale of Evil, Part 10- "Death House Landlady"
March 12, 2020 22:56 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MBIn this Episode: The story you are about to hear should convince you that murders don’t have to look like the devil to be one. In this episode, we present the Case of Dorothea Puentes, one of the most cited cases for level 15 on Dr. Michael Stone’s Gradations of Evil Scale. UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalys...
AMC's Better Call Saul & "The Svengali Effect"
March 06, 2020 01:23 - 1 hour - 108 MBIn this episode: A review of the main characters, and a thought experiment- if each character in Better Call Saul were a super hero, what would their special power be. In other words, what theme do they bring to the show. Finally, we will discuss the “Svengali Effect” to see if Charles McGill’s accusations about his little brother are true. Is Jimmy a Svengali? A sociopathic mesmerizing mastermind? Or is Charles seeing the worst in his little brother, as he always does. We are go...
The Six Stalkers, Part 2: "The Shoe Fetish Slayer"
March 02, 2020 00:42 - 5 minutes - 7.39 MBJerome Brudos is notable for his foot fetish, his obsession with women’s shoes, but also his escalating pattern of savagery. In this episode: we will dive into the psychology of a "Lust Stalker", using the infamous case of Jerome Brudos as our framework for understanding the driving forces behind this most heinous type of stalking behavior. This is a special episode for the patrons of the podcast. We love you!!! UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: ...
The 6 Stalkers, Part 2: "The Shoe Fetish Slayer"
March 02, 2020 00:42 - 5 minutes - 7.39 MBJerome Brudos is notable for his foot fetish, his obsession with women’s shoes, but also his escalating pattern of savagery. In this episode: we will dive into the psychology of a "Lust Stalker", using the infamous case of Jerome Brudos as our framework for understanding the driving forces behind this most heinous type of stalking behavior. This is a special episode for the patrons of the podcast. We love you!!! UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: ...
Abusive Relationships 101
February 27, 2020 22:54 - 52 minutes - 59.1 MBIn this episode: At the request of a UPC Stalker- We discuss the types of abusive relationships, warning signs, relationship dynamics, and crisis management. UPC is a Forensic, Psychology, and True Crime Podcast that takes on: True Crime: serial killers, murders, stalkers, cults, forensic analysis Psychology: mental illness, social phenomenon, mob mentality, psychoanalysis, etc. Culture: Sexuality, Satanic Panic, love, Tv analysis, movie analysis. We are an independent psychology...