Mar 4

Overthinking About Feeling Doomed

This week, host Amanda Montell takes the mic solo to overthink the creeping sense of doom that seems to hum beneath modern life. Drawing from her Esquire essay on “doomslang,” she unpacks the language we use to joke about collapse, catastrophe, and existential dread... and what t ... Show More

25m 6s

Feb 18

Overthinking About Workaholism

This week, Amanda is joined by psychologist and bestselling author Guy Winch (@guywinch) to overthink workaholism. Why being “busy” feels virtuous, why burnout can masquerade as success, and how overworking often hides deeper emotional needs. Together, they unpack the psychology ... Show More

48m 29s

Feb 4

Overthinking About Being A Flake

When did canceling plans become a personality trait... and at what cost? This week, Amanda is joined by writer and internet culture expert Kate Lindsay (@kathrynfiona) to overthink being a flake... not as a quirky coping mechanism, but as a habit that can quietly shrink our lives ... Show More

48m 12s

Jun 2025

731. Narcissim Throughout History

In this episode, Krista welcomes Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a licensed clinical psychologist famous for her expertise in narcissism. On a mission to educate the masses about this high-conflict personality type, Dr. Ramani hosts the popular Navigating Narcissism podcast and has written ... Show More

14m 26s

Dec 2024

Narcissists: Are We Surrounded?

The internet tells us that narcissists are everywhere — and that the problem is only getting worse. It’s like narcissism is oozing out of our celebrities, politicians, partners, parents, maybe even ourselves?? So today, we’re taking a long look in the mirror to find out: are we a ... Show More

48m 33s

Nov 2024

219. How Do You Identify a Narcissist?

What’s the difference between narcissism and high self-esteem? Does social media fuel arrogance or self-consciousness? And do people get less toxic with age? <ul><li>SOURCES:<ul><li><a href="https://brenebrown.com/">Brené Brown</a>, research profes ... Show More

40m 48s

Apr 2020

The master manipulators | how to identify and cope with a narcissist

Hello lovely listeners, We wanted to give you a bit of a break from COVID-19 news to bring you into the extremely complex + fascinating world of narcissists. When does over confidence become narcissism? When does the ego overtake empathy and insigh ... Show More

1h 2m

Aug 2024

73: Unmasking the Narcissist: Professor Sam Vaknin Reveals the Truth About Narcissism

“Narcissism is about the art of not being." - Prof. Sam VakninIn this compelling episode of Reclamation Radio, Dr. Kelly Brogan sits down with Professor Sam Vaknin to explore the intricate and often misunderstood world of narcissism. With decades of research under his belt, Sam V ... Show More

1h 17m

Jan 2023

79 - Delroy Paulhus: Psychopathy, Narcissism, Machiavellianism, Sadism (WITH TRANSCRIPT)

AN INTERACTIVE TRANSCRIPT IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS EPISODE: <a href='https://share.descript.com/view/PDj7Wi7M2oS'>https://share.descript.com/view/PDj7Wi7M2oS</a> or on <a href='https://stanfordpsypod.substack.com/'>OUR SUBSTACK</a> Eric chats with Delroy Paulhus, Profess ... Show More

46m 13s

Aug 2023

Rethinking narcissism: Is some narcissism healthy? What are the psychological roots of toxic forms?

Craig Malkin is the author of "Rethinking Narcissism: The Secret to Recognizing and Coping with Narcissists," in which he describes the spectrum of narcissism: how it can be healthy to have positive illusions about one's self and one's life, as long as those illusions don't becom ... Show More

1h 7m

Jan 2025

How Do I Stop Being Such A People Pleaser?

JVN sits down with Kati Morton, a licensed therapist and bestselling author, to dive deep into the world of people-pleasing. Together, they unpack why people-pleasing isn’t just about being nice—it’s about discomfort with other people’s discomfort, and why it leaves so many of us ... Show More

51m 15s

Mar 2024

The facts of narcissistic personality disorder

Narcissistic personality disorder often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here’s why not every jerk you come across can be called a narcissist.<a href="https://quickanddirtytips.com/savvy-psychologist">Savvy Psychologist</a> is hosted by Dr. Monica ... Show More

10m 8s

Sep 2025

Part Two: The Rise of Cancel Culture, Distrust in Science & Misinformation: Dr. Steven Pinker Reveals The Hidden Psychology That Threatens Society.

The Rising Risks of Cancel Culture & The Psychology & Language That Built It! In this explosive episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Steven Pinker (renowned Harvard psychologist and author of When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows) joins Mayim Bialik and Jonathan Cohen for a ... Show More

54m 41s

Overthinking About Narcissism