Best Forensic Psych Podcasts (2024)

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PsychEd Episode 64: Introduction to Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry with Dr. Raed Hawa and Dr. Alan Wai 1:15:24

2h ago1:15:24

1:15:24

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers an introduction to consultation-liaison psychiatry with Dr. Raed Hawa and Dr. Alan Wai, both from the University of Toronto. Dr. Raed Hawa is an esteemed CL psychiatrist and educator. Dr Hawa's interests are in the areas of undergraduate, postg…

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#49 Tua & Flores - Being A Better Person 34:21

15h ago34:21

34:21

Back with not one but TWO Healthcare Horror Stats of the Week that will terrify you going into the fall season. I also give my take on the Tua Tagovailoa & Brian Flores story that came out this week and continue the conversation from the last show about valuing people in the workplace and also becoming a better person in general. I'm also going to …

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189. Vintage Case: Palm Springs and the B- List Murderer, Tom Neal 50:53

20m ago50:53

50:53

This week the docs take a brief jaunt OUT of Los Angeles to the sunny and gorgeous sands of Hollywood’s Desert Playground - aka Palm Springs. Although a year round destination for relaxation and glamour, there are dark aspects among the glittering sapphire pools of the Oasis of the Desert’s past. After all, a place with golden age ties to Hollywood…

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In a Word - Transference (with a dash of neuroscience) 30:10

6d ago30:10

30:10

Send us a Text Message. Dr. O'Leary discusses the term Transference, and if you listen until the end, he relates it to some computational neuroscience. Transference is a historically loaded term. Transference is supposed to be an unconscious process, so it can not really be observed, only inferred, so this means that both the definition of transfer…

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Episode 87: Out of the Frying Pan and Into the Fire 58:48

9d ago58:48

58:48

What is up, bitches? We are back again with an episode all about the Pan family. Warning, this episode contains some awkward pauses and some spots I'd normally cut out, but the file was behaving strangely and wouldn't allow it, so be assured next episode will be back to normal. Thank you for your patience!…

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Catatonia in Autism and Neuroatypical Patients - Easy to miss, Harder to Treat 35:54

7d ago35:54

35:54

Send us a Text Message. -- More recently I have faced the diagnostic conundrum of catatonia in autism, and that is what I want to explore in more excruciating detail today. There is surprisingly little literature on the subject, and that is concerning because being able to identify and treat catatonia can be life-saving, not to mention life-alterin…

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188. Body Language Analysis 1:33:23

6d ago1:33:23

1:33:23

This week the docs dive into the murky pool of "Body Language Experts" to discuss the explosion of self proclaimed subject matter experts on a field that lacks empirical evidence. The success of the 2009 American television series "Lie To Me" brought widespread attention to the dubious field of deception detection through body language, facial expr…

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PsychEd Episode 63: Balancing Perspectives on Safety and Involuntary Hospitalization with Jesse Mangan and Dr. Jim McQuaid 1:44:35

13d ago1:44:35

1:44:35

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. In this episode, we discuss the practice of involuntary hospitalization (also referred to as involuntary commitment or certification) with two special guests and fellow podcast creators — Jesse Mangan and Dr. Jim McQuaid. Their podcast, Committable, focuses on the…

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#48 Sleep Deprivation - You Has It 31:24

15d ago31:24

31:24

What is the value of a human being in the workplace? That's the debate that the Dolphins had with Tua Tagovailoa until Friday when they finally signed him. Since I recorded this podcast three hours before that happened I made a stunning prediction about the outcome. Also Sean McVay is a new age type of NFL coach that thinks sleep is important, whic…

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187. Bullying: From Playground to Prison 1:26:14

1M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

Bullying in American schools from elementary education through the college years has gained a LOT of traction over the past few decades: attention that is much needed and very much delayed due to characteristics of a culture that has accepted these terrible behaviors. Mental health and risk assessment professionals have brought more light to this t…

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Mindhunting with Forensic Psychiatrist Dr Michael Schirripa 56:11

22d ago56:11

56:11

Send us a Text Message. -- Dr. O’Leary interviews forensic psychiatrist and author Dr. Michael Schirripa about his career as a forensic psychiatrist, the release of his first thriller, Mindhunt, and his podcast Mindhunting. Dr. Shirripa explores how his love of literature influenced his decision to pursue forensic psychiatry and ultimately resulted…

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#47 Recent Bias & Your Most Emotional Sports Moment 33:41

29d ago33:41

33:41

What's the moment that's made you the most emotional in sports? I start the show by exploring what did that to me and it happened recently. Following along this theme I then talk about recency bias research because there's been a lot of discussion about how if the Florida Panthers blew a 3-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals it would have been the wor…

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Psychedelics - A skeptical approach to MDMA aka Ecstasy 31:46

1M ago31:46

31:46

Send us a Text Message. - - In the world of psychotropic medication, the question is not just whether it works or not, but whether it works better than a placebo and whether the effect size is clinically significant and the benefits outweigh the risks. In the case of MDMA (aka molly or ecstasy), the effect size for improving post-traumatic stress d…

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186. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder 1:22:41

1M ago1:22:41

1:22:41

Today we are covering a very misunderstood disorder and the very small space it has overlapped with the criminal justice system. We explain what Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is NOT and review the many faces of OCD including Harm OCD, Pedophilia OCD, and Relationship OCD. We also get into some interesting cases in which defense teams' experts have …

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Truth and Justice Season 15 Premiere 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

As an added bonus this week, LANSC is sharing a sneak peak episode from the season 15 premiere of Truth and Justice with Bob Ruff. We know if you’re a listener of LA Not So Confidential, that you’re familiar with Bob’s wildly impressive show where he uses his investigative skills to bring to light yet another story of wrongful conviction in the tra…

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The Narrative Fallacy in Psychological and Psychiatric Clinical Practice with Dr. Alexey Tolchinsky, PsyD 55:14

2M ago55:14

55:14

Send us a Text Message. The Narrative Fallacy describes our tendency to find meaning, connections, and causal relationships where they do not necessarily exist. In this episode, Dr. O'Leary had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Alexey Tolchinsky. He recently published a paper called “Narrative fallacy and other limitations of psychodynamic case form…

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PsychEd Episode 62: Antipsychotic Side Effects with Dr. Alex Raben 58:57

2M ago58:57

58:57

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers Antipsychotic Side Effects with our very own expert Dr Alex Raben, a staff psychiatrist in chronic care at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto. Dr. Raben graduated from medical school and completed residency at the University …

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Psychometrics - The Dangers of Rating Scales and Screeners 31:45

2M ago31:45

31:45

Send us a Text Message. Dr. O'Leary discusses a variety of concerns that all clinicians should have in mind when using psychometrics. In the end, he hopes you come away with some level of agreement with the statement: “Our primary concern should not be with the quantity of data, but with the quality of the data.” Statistics are conceptual machines …

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185. Folie a Deux Revisited 1:45:55

2M ago1:45:55

1:45:55

In this episode, the docs refer back to their original episode #28 on the phenomenon of shared delusion. What do the Slenderman attack, Lori Vallow and Chad Daybed and Ruby Franke have in common? All of them exhibit significantly altered thinking and beliefs that unfortunately caused tragedy and trauma to the children in their path. Crooked Timber …

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#46 Athletes & Relationships 39:48

2M ago39:48

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Darren Waller retired this week after an excellent career as a prototypical tight end in the NFL. Was it because of mental health issues after his divorce from Kelsey Plum? Was it after catching flake for an awkward music video he made for his ex-wife? I dive into trying to find research on athletes and their relationships. You might be surprised b…

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184. Necrophilia 1:26:23

2M ago1:26:23

1:26:23

While thankfully rare, Necrophilia, the act of sexual abuse of the deceased, has a long and storied history. Through myth, legend, history, psychological and criminal classifications, this Paraphilia inhabits one of the most disturbing and dark corners of the human psyche. This week, the docs go deep into history, research and case studies of Carl …

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In a Word - Aphasia 37:22

2M ago37:22

37:22

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. O'Leary discusses a word that he has struggled to understand since medical school. The word is aphasia. The root “phasia” comes from the Greek phanai which means “to speak.” When aphasia is used medically, it refers to an inability to speak, although not always. More generally it is often used to mean a …

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Introducing: lovelustfear 30:32

3M ago30:32

30:32

lovelustfear is a podcast series that exposes the darker side of dating and relationships. Every episode explores true dating and relationship stories—from the awkward and uncomfortable to the shocking and bizarre to the disturbing and downright dangerous. Host Jake Deptula welcomes storytellers into candid conversations, revealing the decisions th…

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#45 Psychology Of Blame 51:31

3M ago51:31

51:31

Pointing fingers has become our national pastime. But why do we do it? I cover two research articles on theories & relate them to our current social, political, and sports climates. Do politicians feed us narratives, sports identify us with our teams, and refs are against us? Plus I give my take on the outrage machine after Harrison Butker's commen…

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PsychEd Episode 61: Introduction to Forensic Psychiatry with Dr. Amina Ali 50:04

3M ago50:04

50:04

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode covers an introduction to forensic psychiatry with Dr. Amina Ali, a forensic psychiatrist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) in Toronto, Canada. Dr. Ali joined the Forensic Division at CAMH in 2018. She is an Assistant Professor in t…

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183. Extremism in Military and Law Enforcement 1:20:43

3M ago1:20:43

1:20:43

This week the docs tackle case studies and psychological motivations for the development of extremism within US military and law enforcement. The growing threat of extremism presents a substantial threat to the security of the US as a nation and on the community level with law enforcement. Some of the most notorious extremists in the U.S. military …

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182. Our Return: Episode & Topic Updates 57:37

4M ago57:37

57:37

The doctors are back in! We ease back into regular episodes with some interesting updates and news stories from some of our most explosive topics including QAnon, Familicide, and Soveriegn Citizens. CrimeCon UK Tickets Berkshire Podcast Festival Join our Patreon family! ScentAir is celebrating Memorial Day starting May 22 through May 27 with 50% of…

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#44 Hypnosis with Dr Sera Lavelle 50:02

4M ago50:02

50:02

It's not the clock dangling in your face or the magician making you think you're a chicken. Clinical hypnosis is real and can really help you in therapy. Dr. Sera Lavelle explains the history and how she uses this current therapy in her practice in New York. We talk about how hypnosis can help people with eating disorders, ADHD, and infertility. An…

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#43 Extreme Overvalued Beliefs Or Delusions 1:38:27

4M ago1:38:27

1:38:27

School shooters, terrorists, lone gunmen, cult leaders. What do they all have in common? It's a system of thought that can be classified as an Extreme Overvalued Belief. We talk about the history of the term delusion and overvalued idea and how this new term came into the psychiatric vernacular. Why it's important and how it will come to describe d…

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WTF Cerebellum - Little Brain, Big Deal 32:58

3M ago32:58

32:58

Send us a Text Message. I did not until recently even consider the cerebellum when thinking about psychiatric conditions, but the more I read, the more I wonder why the cerebellum is not considered a potential important player in nearly every psychiatric disorder. Although it can be said that all brain regions primarily function to make predictions…

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Why does divorce cost so much and take so long? 46:30

4M ago46:30

46:30

Ever wondered why untangling the knot of marriage can feel like braving a labyrinth? In a truth-telling session with financial divorce consultant Mark Hill, therapist Pete Roussos, and attorney Shawn Weber, we uncover the multifaceted journey through divorce. Starting with a chuckle, we quickly delve into the sobering realities couples face as they…

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#42 The Killer Psychologist Dana Anderson 50:56

4M ago50:56

50:56

I welcome Dr. Dana Anderson, forensic psychologist, and host of The Killer Psychologist Podcast. We talk about what it takes to be a forensic psychologist and deal with weird and creepy criminal that try to manipulate you and get back into the OJ Simpson case from a different angle. We revisit the scene of the crime, The Killer Psychologist podcast…

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PsychEd Episode 60: Metabolic Psychiatry with Dr. Cindy Calkin 44:32

4M ago44:32

44:32

Welcome to PsychEd, the psychiatry podcast for medical learners, by medical learners. This episode introduces the field of metabolic psychiatry, with a focus on patients with severe mental illness and metabolic syndrome. Our guest is Dr. Cindy Calkin, an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Department of Neuroscience at Dalhousie…

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WTF - Thalamus 22:32

4M ago22:32

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Send us a Text Message. The thalami are bilaterally symmetrical structures in the subcortical part of the brain that are cradled by the basal ganglia. They are major hubs of pretty much everything your brain does and all of the sensory information coming into the brain with the exception of smell. More primitive models of the brain visualized it as…

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Episode 86: Not Just Another Snuff Film 1:23:28

4M ago1:23:28

1:23:28

What is up, bitches? Today, we are discussing the Dnipropetrovsk maniacs and their brief but prolific reign of terror.By bitchesandmurders

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#41 Whoomp! There It Is! DC The Brain Supreme 1:01:26

4M ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Party people! DC The Brain Supreme joined me to talk about Tag Team's HUGE hit Whoomp! There It Is! that went multiple platinum in 1993. What an incredible story, from Chicago to Denver, to Atlanta, and then to the world. A song that almost didn't happen. DC talks about the success, the failures, what it's like to be called a "one hit wonder" and h…

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#40 Joker, OJ Simpson, & The Dark Triad 37:39

5M ago37:39

37:39

Does OJ Simpson have traits in the dark triad of psychopathy, narcissism, and machiavellianism? I define those terms and answer that question during the week that people remember OJ's legacy as one of the best running backs in football history, but also someone who divided America further also racial lines. But is OJ's trial really a race issue? Yo…

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Seroquel (Quetiapine) - Drugs, Sex, Money and Psychopharm 24:53

4M ago24:53

24:53

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, I discuss a medication that patients who saw a psychiatrist or their primary care provider between about 1997 and 2015 were very likely to find themselves prescribed. More recently, it has been taken down a notch or two on prescribers lists of preferred meds. This medication is quetiapine, marketed as Seroqu…

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#39 Over Pathologizing Normal Behavior 34:54

5M ago34:54

34:54

Is Bill Maher right that we over pathologize normal behavior? In his New Rules from March 15, 2024 he makes the point that no one can just have feelings anymore, everything has to be a disease and uses a number of stats to back up his point. I go into details about those stats and give my take on whether he might be right about the over pathologizi…

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181. Documentary Review: I Am Vanessa Guillen 1:16:30

5M ago1:16:30

1:16:30

This week the docs review the true crime documentary, I Am Vanessa Guillen. The doc is a 2022 Netflix original directed by Christy Wegener that recounts the horrific story of a young U.S. soldier who was brutally murdered at Fort Hood military base by another soldier. As well as guiding the audience through the brutal commission of the crime, the d…

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Everything Has A Psych Effect 1:07

5M ago1:07

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The Psych Effect give you the viewpoint of a seasoned forensic psychiatrist's take on the current events in sports, politics, and news as it's happening in the world today from a mental health perspective. Who better to comment on what you see every day then someone who's been in every type of psychiatric practice and seen nearly every type of indi…

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In a Word - Confabulation 14:22

5M ago14:22

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Send us a Text Message. This episode continues an intermittent series called “In a Word.” Past episodes have explored words like Akathisia, Dissociation, Perseveration, and even the difference between Impulsive and Compulsive. This episode explores Confabulation, including some of the brain circuits involved, and what might differentiate confabulat…

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180. Murderous Mob Mentality 1:00:48

5M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

This week, the docs explore the psychology behind groups of people acting out in violent and sometimes murderous ways while taking justice into their own hands. They cover a brief history of lynch mobs in the US, before revisiting vigilantism and look at "mob mentality" before covering a couple of case studies. Join us on Saturday March 30th at 4pm…

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179. Vintage Case: The Zoot Suit Riots 53:40

6M ago53:40

53:40

This week, the docs delve into the sequence of events that precipitated the tragic and disastrous "Zoot Suit" riots in Los Angeles. Despite the Zoot Suit riots receiving far less attention than deserved in the annals of the civil rights struggle in the United States, they represent a pivotal moment in both Los Angeles and national history. The docs…

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#38 Elon Musk on Therapy & Dr Phil Just Being Wrong 43:57

6M ago43:57

43:57

Dmitry, Steph, & Suzanne get into it right off the bat when the Healthcare Horror Stat of the Week launches Dmitry into a anti-insurance rant. Close your children's ears this week parents. There's no censorship on the bad words in this segment. Then the docs give their takes on Elon Musk who sent out a tweet about him never having been to therapy, …

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