Best ANTISOCIAL Podcasts (2024)

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Breeding for Britain 53:24

2h ago53:24

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Deaths have outnumbered births in the UK for the first time in nearly 50 years, new figures show. Should we encourage people to have more babies? With an ageing population and not enough babies born to fully replace the older generations, some people are warning of population collapse. It was a hot subject at this year’s Conservative Party Conferen…

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Episode 33 Criminal Couples 49:48

10h ago49:48

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In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about criminal couples such as Fred and Rose West and the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.By WP

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How pop stars make money 6:59

1d ago6:59

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The business of music has been radically transformed in recent decades. Anthony Hamer-Hodges, principal of the London College of Contemporary Music, explains how.By BBC Radio 4

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Pop stars, boundaries and toxic fandom 53:50

5d ago53:50

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Music artists are cancelling gigs to protect their mental health but what do they owe their fans? American singer Chappell Roan pulled out of two appearances at short notice - not for the first time - saying she needed a few days to prioritise her health. Earlier in the summer, she called out fans’ “creepy behaviour” and said abuse and harassment o…

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What are “furries”? 6:49

8d ago6:49

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Sharon Roberts, an associate professor at the University of Waterloo in Canada, who co-founded the International Anthropomorphic Research Project - aka FurScience - explains furry fandom, “fursonas”, and the people who identify with animal characters.By BBC Radio 4

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Episode 32 Expert Testimony 43:01

9d ago43:01

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In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss expert testimony, including a few of the problems with its use.By WP

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Claims children are identifying as animals 53:35

12d ago53:35

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Are the claims true? What are “furries”? And is it all really about gender identity? Reports that a school child in Scotland identifies as a wolf have gone viral on social media. Some say stories like it are whipped up to attack trans gender identity; others that they are a sign of gender ideology running rampant in the education system. What do we…

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The origins of racial terms like “coconut” 6:11

16d ago6:11

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Jonathan Rosa, an associate professor at Stanford University who researches language and race, talks through the evolution of words and phrases used to claim people are being ethnically inauthentic.By BBC Radio 4

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Coconuts, race and hate speech 53:28

20d ago53:28

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Is it racist for a person of colour to call someone a coconut? Should it be a crime? A teacher was put on trial after she was pictured at a pro-Palestinian march holding a placard that showed then prime minister Rishi Sunak and then home secretary Suella Braverman as coconuts. The term “coconut” can be used to suggest that someone who is brown on t…

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What is dwarfism? 7:04

23d ago7:04

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Disney’s upcoming Snow White remake has sparked a debate about representations of people with dwarfism. But what does that term actually mean? Dr Melita Irving gives a medical perspective.By BBC Radio 4

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Episode 31 Eyewitness Testimony 38:32

26d ago38:32

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In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about eyewitness testimony. While relied upon regularly by the courts, it would appear that eyewitness testimony is potentially problematic owing to things like memory corruption and bias.By WP

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Snow White and the dwarfism debate 53:48

26d ago53:48

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Are the seven dwarfs perpetuating dangerous stereotypes or harmless fantasy figures? Disney is remaking its 1937 classic Snow White as a live action film - but this time there’s no mention of dwarfs in the title. Game of Thrones actor Peter Dinklage, who has a form of dwarfism, has questioned whether the story should be retold at all, calling it “b…

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When the Nazis banned smoking 4:34

29d ago4:34

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What happened when the Nazis banned smoking and what were the effects? On this week's AntiSocial, we looked at proposals to ban smoking in some outdoor spaces. It led to some people on social media bringing up the Nazis, who launched the first and most broadly reaching anti-smoking campaign in history. In this mini-guide, Adam Fleming speaks to Pro…

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Episode 30 Scammers and Fraudsters 45:50

1M ago45:50

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In our 30th episode Wayne and Grant discuss scammers - why they do what they do and how they rationalise their behaviour.By WP

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Outdoor smoking ban 53:07

1M ago53:07

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Is banning smoking outdoors good for our health or state overreach? The Prime Minister has confirmed he's thinking about extending the indoor smoking ban to include outdoor areas restaurant terraces and pub gardens. This, in addition, to plans to progressively increase the age at which you can buy cigarettes so a whole generation never even starts …

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A history of Received Pronunciation 6:30

1M ago6:30

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There is one accent that is often rated as the most prestigious - Received Pronunciation. But what is RP and how did it come about? Lynda Mugglestone is a Professor of the History of English at the University of Oxford and author of '‘Talking Proper: The Rise of Accent as Social Symbol'.She says the idea of one national accent for all first started…

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Episode 29 Faulty Forensics: Comparative Bullet Lead Analysis 36:30

1M ago36:30

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In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss the faulty forensics of Comparative Bullet Lead Analysis (CBLA) which involves matching fired projectiles at a crime scene to those found in the possession of a suspect.By WP

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Accent and class 53:25

1M ago53:25

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Is it classist to stop Geordies using the term of endearment 'pet'? After the University of Newcastle sent out guidance to researchers advising they avoid using the word 'pet' as it might feel patronising or sexist to women, people took to social media to claim this was a classist move. It sparked a wider discussion about accents and class. Others …

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What is the ‘manosphere’? 7:09

1M ago7:09

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What kind of online content could be considered 'extreme misogyny' and who's promoting it? Dr Joe Whittaker, lecturer in Criminology, Sociology and Social Policy at Swansea University has been researching the ‘manopshere’, where content that might be considered ‘extreme misogyny’ is published and shared. Much of this activity takes place in forums …

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'Extreme' Misogyny 53:29

2M ago53:29

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Should some forms of misogyny be classed as extremism? After the Government announced it would look at ‘extreme misogyny’ in a review of its counter-extremism strategy, a fierce row kicked off on social media. Would creating a category of ‘extreme misogyny’ be a long-overdue move, or dangerous overreach that risks labelling young men and boys as ra…

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Episode 28 Who Killed Sarah Brown? 49:14

2M ago49:14

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In this episode Wayne and Grant introduce former police detective turned private investigator and podcaster Graeme Crowley. Graeme is investigating the death of Sarah Brown in Gympie in 2023. We talk about the particulars of the case and where the new investigation might be heading.By WP

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A history of anti-fascist protest 6:43

2M ago6:43

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The so-called ‘Battle of Cable Street’ in 1936 is often held up by counter-protesters as a model of how to defeat fascism - but it failed to stop antisemitic violence and actually led to a recruitment boost for the British Union of Fascists. Professor Nigel Copsey separates the history and the myth for us.…

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Counter-protests 53:35

2M ago53:35

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Are counter-protests important for sending a message or can they make confrontation or violence more likely? Is marching in the street a vital expression or is it the wrong place to tackle serious issues? After riots took place outside hotels housing refugees and migrants, counter-protests were swiftly assembled in cities around the UK. They were l…

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Episode 27 Psychopathology and Crime 40:37

2M ago40:37

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In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about psychopathology and it's role in crime and antisocial behaviour.By WP

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Episode 26 Youth Sexual Offending 40:56

2M ago40:56

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In this episode Wayne and Grant introduce the listener to the issue of youth sexual offending through the biopsychosocial model.By WP

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Can Narcissists Change? 16:29

2M ago16:29

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. Want more mental health content? Check out our other Podcasts: Mental Health // Demystified with Dr. Tracey Marks True Crime Psychology and Personality Healt…

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Episode 25 Early Life Experience and Trauma 44:02

2M ago44:02

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In this episode Grant and Wayne discuss the role of early life experience and trauma on later antisocial and criminal behaviour.By WP

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Episode 24 Psychopathology and Criminal Behaviour 12:48

2M ago12:48

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In this flying solo episode Grant gives an introduction to psychopathology and criminal behaviour. This episode is the foundation for a full-length episode in the coming weeks.By WP

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Episode 23 Customer Aggression 46:29

3M ago46:29

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Wayne and Grant talk about customer aggression and the me-you-us approach to dealing with aggressive customers.By WP

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Insights & Critique of the MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory) 22:13

3M ago22:13

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. References: David S. Nichols (2017): Fake bad scale: the case of the missing construct, a response to Larrabee, Bianchini, Boone, and Rohling (2017), The Cli…

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Episode 22 Tourism Related Crime 48:19

3M ago48:19

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In this episode Wayne and Grant talk about tourism related crimes, including a few very recent high profile crimes. The hosts talk about why tourism related crime happens and provide a few tips for what we can do about it.By WP

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Episode 21 Forensic Victimology 38:42

3M ago38:42

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In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss forensic victimology. The practice of applying victimological knowledge to the law. The hosts work through the various histories of a victimology and talk about their importance.By WP

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Managing Vulnerable Narcissists in Relationships 21:02

3M ago21:02

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. Want more mental health content? Check out our other Podcasts: Mental Health // Demystified with Dr. Tracey Marks True Crime Psychology and Personality Healt…

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Episode 20 The Window of Tolerance 37:39

3M ago37:39

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In this episode hosts Wayne and Grant discuss the window of tolerance, which describes an optimal state of arousal to function. This has implications for antisocial and criminal behaviour. #psychology #criminology #antisocial #windowoftoleranceBy WP

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The Universality of Goodness Sound Bite 6:45

4M ago6:45

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In this sound bite, host Grant talks about what he calls "the universality of goodness" which relates to whistleblowing. This has been topical in the past week with the release of Julian Assange and this brief episode will serve as the basis for a longer episode on whistleblowing. #psychology #criminology #julianassange #whistleblowers…

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Episode 19 False Reports in Stalking Part 2 34:43

4M ago34:43

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Following on from the popular episode on stalking, Wayne and Grant talk about false reports in stalking including the motivations and features of false reports compared to real stalking cases. #false reports #psychology #criminologyBy WP

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Episode 19 False Reports in Stalking Part 1 37:12

4M ago37:12

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Following on from the popular episode on stalking, Wayne and Grant talk about false reports in stalking including the motivations and features of false reports compared to real stalking cases. #false reports #psychology #criminologyBy WP

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Forensic Victimology Sound Bite 7:29

4M ago7:29

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In this "sound bite" Wayne provides a basic overview of forensic victimology, the application of victimological knowledge to answer investigative and legal questions. This serves as the foundation for a full length future episode. #forensicvictimology #forensic #psychology #victimology #criminologyBy WP

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Types & Comparisons of Narcissistic Lies 16:32

4M ago16:32

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. References: Azizli, N., Atkinson, B. E., Baughman, H. M., Chin, K., Vernon, P. A., Harris, E., & Veselka, L. (2016). Lies and crimes: Dark Triad, misconduct,…

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Episode 18 Understanding Female Perpetrated Stalking 57:38

4M ago57:38

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In this episode Wayne and Grant go through the findings from a publication on female stalking. We look at the points of similarities and differences from male perpetrated stalking and discuss the features of stalking when committed by females. #psychology #criminology #stalking #femalecrimeBy WP

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Choosing Trait Narcissism? 17:09

4M ago17:09

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. Want more mental health content? Check out our other Podcasts: Mental Health // Demystified with Dr. Tracey Marks True Crime Psychology and Personality Healt…

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Episode 17 Teen Crime 2 Part 3 Social Bond Theory 31:47

4M ago31:47

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In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi…

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Episode 17 Teen Crime 2 Part 2 Social Bond Theory 44:04

4M ago44:04

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In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi…

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Episode 17 Teen Crime 2 Part 1 Social Bond Theory 28:20

4M ago28:20

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In this three-part episode, Wayne and Grant discuss teen crime through the ens of Social Bond Theory which states that crime and antisocial behaviour are less likely to occur when the individual is bonded or attached to their friends, family, and community. #crime #teencrime #victimisation #socialbond #Hirschi…

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Episode 16 Criminal Profiling 1:03:22

4M ago1:03:22

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In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss criminal profiling. The hosts talk about what it is, some of the different methods and profiling and what profiling hopes to achieve. #psychology #criminology #criminalprofiling #criminalprofile #victim #offenderBy WP

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How planet-friendly is your diet? 6:13

4M ago6:13

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The greenhouse gas emissions caused by meat, dairy, and plant-based alternatives. Sarah Bridle, professor of food, climate, and society at the University of York, digests the data.By BBC Radio 4

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Meat-free menus and choice 53:38

4M ago53:38

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Should meat and dairy be taken off menus to help save the planet from climate change? A university is accused of “going woke” after reports it is transitioning to 100% plant-based catering by 2027. Climate activists are calling on universities and other public bodies like councils to ditch animal food products to help tackle the climate crisis. But…

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Episode 15 Serial Crime 54:04

4M ago54:04

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In this episode Wayne and Grant discuss what makes a crime a serial crime. They l look at features of serial crimes such as victim count, time, and location. #serialcrime #victims #crime #serialBy WP

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Narcissist Counter-Manipulation 21:02

5M ago21:02

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Cluster B This show aims to educate the audience from a scientifically informed perspective about the major cluster B personality disorders: narcissism, histrionic, borderline, and antisocial. References: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Arlington, VA: Author. Giacomin, M., &…

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Who were the “Anglo-Saxons”? 6:15

5M ago6:15

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The term “Anglo-Saxon” has become controversial, but where does it come from? As people argue online about whether the term is tainted by racism, history professor Joanna Story tells its origin story.By BBC Radio 4

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