最佳Manipulation播客 (2024)

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Tory Hess - From Second Life to Wilderness Commune 1:26:26

17h ago1:26:26

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Today our guest is Tory Hess, former member of a small rural group in upstate New York she calls Crazyland. She tells us about how she always loved reading and fantasy growing up, never went to public school, and didn’t connect easily with folks in real life when she was young, and how she found connection in the online gaming community Second Life…

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Episode #38: Safe Holidays, Strong Families 21:32

6d ago21:32

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Join Lizzie and Deana as they address the challenges faced during the holiday season, particularly for those in abusive relationships, those who are separated, and those with blended families. We discuss the increase in domestic violence during the holidays, the importance of emotional and physical safety, and how to help your children during the s…

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Unlocking Charisma: How Power and Warmth Can Develop Irrational Influence Through Emotional Resonance 2:00:06

28d ago2:00:06

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We discuss the psychology of charisma on the topic of "Becoming Magnetic" We break down the enigmatic qualities that make some people irresistibly charismatic and others struggle to connect, despite being equally capable or talented. Emotional Resonance & Charisma, the art of influence isn't always logical! If you've ever wondered why certain indiv…

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REWIND: Jay Van Bavel - Groupthink, Social Identity, and Cult Psychology 1:10:44

8d ago1:10:44

1:10:44

Groups!... I did it again. Jay Van Bavel, NYU Associate Professor of Psychology and Neural Science, Director of the Social Identity and Morality Lab, and co-author of The Power Of Us, discusses how our social identities change depending on our environment and context, how the groups we identify with affect our decisions and perception, and the impo…

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Episode #37: Hidden Harm; The Enablers Role In Abuse 43:29

14d ago43:29

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Ever thought about the role an abuser's friends and family play in the cycle of harm? Join us with returning guests Tiffany and Alexis as they reveal their powerful stories of re-victimization—not just from the abuser, but from those who stood by their side. Check out our website! Thematadoras.com Drop us a line, anytime! Thematadoras@gmail.com Lik…

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Bethany Joy Lenz - One Tree Hill, a Secret Cult, and Living a Double Life 1:22:50

16d ago1:22:50

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Today our guest is actor, musician, and now author Bethany Joy Lenz, whom we will just call Joy. Joy was the star of hit TV show One Tree Hill, and today she’s going to talk to us about how she was in a Christian cult the whole time she was filming the show. She’ll tell us about her upbringing and her career as a young actor, living in LA on her ow…

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Episode #36:Bright Minds, Dark Deceptions: How Even the Smartest Get Fooled by Narcissists 1:20:22

21d ago1:20:22

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Join us today for Jen's story. Jen is a highly accomplished, ultra bright PH.D educator who fell for a Narc. Her message to you is that it doesn't matter how smart or educated you are....we all have vulnerabilities! Oh, and stick around for the SURPRISE REVEAL at the end!!! Check out our website! Thematadoras.com Drop us a line, anytime! Thematador…

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Anne - Psychosis, Delusions, & the Cult of Your Own Mind 59:31

22d ago59:31

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Today, our guest is a friend who we'll call Anne. We discuss the connection between psychosis and cults, the mental changes Anne experienced when her episode started, the delusions that grew stronger, how she felt like she was communicating with spirits, the paranoia that grew inside her, and how a psychiatric mental health professional helped pull…

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REWIND: Jitarth Jadeja - Former QAnon Believer 1:22:09

30d ago1:22:09

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Episode 15: Lola and Meagan interview Jitarth Jadeja, former QAnon believer. He tells the girls about how, despite being Australian, he first was a Bernie supporter, then shifted his support to Trump before becoming obsessed with conspiracy theories. They discuss the two years of his life in which he believed in Q, the moment he realized it was all…

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Gareth Gore - Opus Dei, Human Trafficking, & Project 2025 1:15:31

1M ago1:15:31

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Today our guest is Gareth Gore, journalist and author whose new book Opus is about Opus Dei, an ultra-conservative Catholic sect, its harmful practices, its history of dark money, and its connections to modern day right-wing American politics. Gareth shares how he came to this story while investigating the shady practices at a bank in Spain, the hi…

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Episode # 35: Are You Aligning With Your Ideal Self, Or Stuck In Your Lowest Habits? 31:29

1M ago31:29

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What gives you value? What makes you feel proud of yourself? What do you do that makes you feel confident? What actions in your life cause you to hate who you are? Are there areas in your life that rob you of becoming your ideal self? Join Lizzie and Deana for some thoughtful musings about becoming the best version of yourself, versus giving in to …

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Norah - Girls Night In: L.A. Facebook Group Gone Culty 1:35:46

1M ago1:35:46

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Today our guest is a woman whom we’ll call Norah. She tells us about a Facebook group for women in Los Angeles that ended up getting very culty. We’ll talk about why it was exciting in the beginning to connect with other women in a new way, how other subgroups began to form (including one secret, exclusive one) and how the admin, who we’ll call Viv…

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Demetria, Part 2 - Twin Ray Mysticism, Spiritual Retreats, and the Necessity of Rage 1:12:48

2M ago1:12:48

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Today is part two with Demetria, survivor of the Oregon new age cult, Twin Ray. This week she shares more about the wild claims that the leaders made about their mystical backgrounds, how deeply rooted the culture of self blame was (including blaming one woman for her own cancer), and the massive property they purchased in Oregon which was financed…

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Becoming Someone Else: Personas, Alter Egos, Masquerades, and Playing the Fool 1:30:41

2M ago1:30:41

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We dig deep into the transformative power of personas, masks, and alter egos. Discover how becoming someone else can actually lead you to your most authentic self and help you break through psychological barriers holding you back. Episode Highlights: 1. Ego Protection & Freedom from Being Yourself - Historical Significance of Masks: Explore how mas…

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Episode #34: Beating The Narc At His Own Game-Trish's Story 39:10

2M ago39:10

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Join Lizzie and I with our special guest Trish from "The TLC". Trish shares her story about being in an abusive relationship, and having to plan her exit for years in order to leave safely, and with the ability to support herself & her family. After leaving, Trish started her new life and a valuable mission helping women start their own businesses …

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Demetria, Part 1 - Online Gurus, Mysterious Elixirs, and Joining the Twin Ray Cult 1:10:38

2M ago1:10:38

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Today we're joined by Demetria, survivor of an Oregon new age group called Twin Ray (not to be confused with Twin Flames). She describes the beginning of her spiritual journey including reading the works of Eckhart Tolle, how one specific online guru captured her imagination, and how this guru's partner made the claim that they were Twin Rays with …

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Joelle Tamraz, Part 2 - Meeting The Elders, Emotional Manipulation, and Moving On 1:16:33

2M ago1:16:33

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This week is part two of a fascinating discussion with Joelle Tamraz, author of The Secret Practice: 18 Years on the Dark Side of Yoga. The story gets more wild! Joelle shares how her spiritual partner, Arun, became her husband, and how he brought her deeper into his world, including the strange visions he revealed to her. PLUS, the financial abuse…

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Joelle Tamraz, Part 1 - Traveling to India, Meeting a Swami, and "Past Lives" 1:10:47

2M ago1:10:47

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Today is part one of our interview with Joelle Tamraz, author of the book The Secret Practice: 18 Years on the Dark Side of Yoga. She will tell us about her introduction to different yoga practices at a young age including TM, or transcendental meditation, the hunger she felt for a deeper spirituality that landed her in India when she was fresh out…

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Episode #33: Exciting Announcements from The Matadoras! 22:44

2M ago22:44

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Lizzie and Deana chat about what they have been up to, special guests that have been on the show, and some exciting upcoming events for our listeners! Check out our website! Thematadoras.com Drop us a line, anytime! Thematadoras@gmail.com Like and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instagram @thematadoras We would love to have you join us on our pu…

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Sara Teitelman - The Culty Elements of Technology 1:17:27

3M ago1:17:27

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Today’s guest is Sara Teitelman, tech consultant and author of a forthcoming book about tech who’s going to talk to us about the culty elements of technology. While Sara’s specialty lies more in optimization of the nonprofit workplace, we’re going to have more of a philosophical discussion about how we’re expected to just trust in our tech overlord…

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Min Zhou, Part 2 - Labor Camps, Persecution, and Mass Killings in the Cultural Revolution 54:29

3M ago54:29

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In part 2 of our interview with Min Zhou, survivor of the Cultural Revolution and Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Asian American Studies at UCLA, we’re going to talk more about Professor Zhou’s personal experience. We’ll discuss why her dad was a target of the Red Guards, what it felt like knowing her family was in danger at such a young a…

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Episode #32: My Ex Tracked Me, Stalked Me, And Hired People To Hurt Me (So Why Am I Thankful?) 57:57

3M ago57:57

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Join Lizzie and I to uncover Sally's riveting story of the Ex who did everything he could to isolate, dominate, and control her, even hiring a hit man posing as a landscaper, to end her life. After all of this horrible-ness, Sally is actually thankful for the experience, as she re-framed it, saw it for what it was, and used this as the foundation f…

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Unlocking Hypnosis: Influence and Marketing Techniques Using the Power of Descriptive Language 1:02:07

3M ago1:02:07

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Gene and Darren explore the real-world impact of hypnosis, explaining how it works and how it's used in both therapy and marketing. We look into the science behind neuroplasticity and show how vivid, descriptive language can guide people into certain emotional states, making them more open to suggestions and influence. We also discuss how hypnosis …

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Min Zhou, Part 1 - The Cult of Mao Zedong, and Growing Up in the Cultural Revolution 58:56

3M ago58:56

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Today is part one with Min Zhou, Distinguished Professor of Sociology and Asian American Studies at UCLA, who also grew up during the Cultural Revolution: a decade of social chaos in China in the 1960s and 1970s where intellectuals, artists, and anyone perceived as representing capitalism or the "old ways" were persecuted and murdered in the hundre…

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Episode #31: Want A New Life? Time For New Choices 43:39

3M ago43:39

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Today's special guest is Sam from SafeHeart Connections. Sam shares her deeply painful story of low self-esteem and vulnerability, which led her to continually choose unhealthy, abusive relationships. Join us for this beautiful tale of how we can all change our choices, and begin to embrace the beautiful, safe, loving path that waits for us. Check …

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Tia Levings, Part 2 - Questioning Fundamentalism, Motherhood, and the Dangers of Christian Nationalism 56:46

3M ago56:46

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In part 2 with Tia Levings, author of A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy, Tia she discusses how, in the midst of a church-sanctioned abusive relationship, motherhood began to change her beliefs - at first making her more zealous. She’ll talk about how her time trying to save her baby in the children’s hospital, plus working wi…

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How Google Lost Its Way: From "Don't Be Evil" to Illegal Monopoly with Andrew Bloom 1:27:27

3M ago1:27:27

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Inside Google's Ad Monopoly: Unveiling the DOJ's Major Decision and Future In this eye-opening episode of the Manipulation Games: Psychology & Marketing podcast, we dig deep into the remarkable revelations about Google's alleged monopoly and the significant decision by the Department of Justice that found the tech giant in violation of Section 2 of…

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Episode #30: Calming The Stress Hormones To Lose The Weight! 38:04

3M ago38:04

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Are you experiencing a high stress life? Do you crave sugary, fatty foods? Have you gained weight and nothing seems to help? Does your appetite feel out of control? Join Deana and Lizzie for this informative episode, that highlights tips and tricks to getting your body back into "rest and digest" mode, where the metabolism thrives. Check out our we…

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Tia Levings, Part 1 - A Well-Trained Wife in the Christian Patriarchy 50:57

4M ago50:57

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Today is part one with Tia Levings, author of A Well-Trained Wife: My Escape from Christian Patriarchy. We talk about the church her family joined when she was young, how it was connected to Bill Gothard and the IBLP - which is why you may have seen her in the Amazon docuseries Shiny Happy People - how it grew more fundamentalist, and how she met h…

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Episode #29: Afraid To Date, And I Don't Need Anyone- Hyper-independence 44:17

4M ago44:17

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Have you found yourself terrified at the thought of ever dating again? Do you avoid creating new relationships or friendships? Join Lizzie and Deana as they discuss Hyper-independence, which is the opposite of co-dependency, but can be just as devastating, causing isolation and loneliness. Check out our website! Thematadoras.com Drop us a line, any…

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Understanding Persuasion and Rhetoric from Ancient Rome with Dr. Ian Silva 1:17:22

4M ago1:17:22

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We are joined by Dr. Ian Silva, a PhD in Classics from Princeton, to explore the art of rhetoric in ancient Rome and lessons we can learn from the past on the art of influence. Dr. Silva delves into the political strategies of iconic figures like Gaius Gracchus, Cicero, and Julius Caesar, highlighting how their persuasive speech and rhetorical mast…

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Andrea Dunlop, Part 2 - A Family Torn, Munchausen by Proxy, & Critiquing Take Care of Maya 53:32

4M ago53:32

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In part two of our interview with Andrew Dunlop, sister of a perpetrator of Medical Child Abuse (aka Munchausen by Proxy) AND host of the podcast No One Should Believe Me, we discuss the red flags that made her family realize what was going on, why CPS showed up at her sister's door, the 73,000 pages of medical records she found for her five year o…

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Episode #28: PJ's To Powerhouse; Overcoming your negative mental state 29:40

4M ago29:40

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Have you ever been in a funk, and just wanted to stay in bed all day? Are you battling depression, and feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or sad? Lizzie & Deana offer some practical, and thoughtful tips on victoriously getting out of that rut and back to your life. Check out our website! Thematadoras.com Drop us a line, anytime! Thematadoras@gmail.com…

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