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Something Was Wrong
The hosts referenced the book to illustrate how psychopaths manipulate victims and even experts, noting that anyone can be deceived by a skilled psychopath. They highlighted the unsettling accounts and the common question victims ask about their own gullibility, emphasizing the book’s insight into psychopathic behavior. Their discussion underscored its value for listeners seeking to understand this disturbing phenomenon.
Episode: S20 E11: (Finale Part 1) She's a Loose Cannon
The author, Robert D. Hare, discussed the disturbing world of psychopaths. Victims of psychopaths often question their own gullibility and wonder how they could have fallen for the psychopath's lies. However, the author stressed that everyone is vulnerable to manipulation by a skilled and determined psychopath, even those who study them.
The following excerpts are from his book, Without Conscience. The disturbing world of psychopaths among us.
One question runs like a refrain through the stories told by the victims of psychopaths. How could I be so stupid? How could I have fallen for that incredible line of baloney?
The characteristic answer, you had to be there. It seemed reasonable and plausible at the time.
Few people are such sophisticated and perceptive judges of human nature that they cannot be taken in by the machinations of a skilled and determined psychopath. Even those who study them are not immune.
As I've indicated in previous chapters, my students and I are sometimes conned, even when aware that we're dealing with a probable psychopath.
Episode: S20 E2: Brody Is Going to Get You Every Time
The book explores the disturbing world of psychopaths in society.
I selected Without Conscience, the disturbing world of psychopaths among us.
Episode: S20 E1: [Preview] S20: Becoming Brody
The book, "Without Conscience", discussed the disturbing world of psychopaths.
I selected Without Conscience, the disturbing world of psychopaths among us.