This isn’t bedtime reading — it’s your favorite dose of chaos, crime, and dark comedy at humanity’s expense, all served with a heavy pour of sarcasm and satire. Dr. Leslie takes you straight into the messiest media cases dominating the headlines — and dissects them down to their twisted core and exposes just how thin the line is between tragedy and entertainment… thinner than anyone wants to admit. After years as a forensic and clinical psychologist (and an impressively low tolerance for bullshit), Dr. Leslie is here to make sense of the madness… or at least make you laugh at it.
In this episode of the Dr. Leslie Show, Dr. Leslie Dobson delves into the psychology behind power, conflict, and manipulation, particularly in the context of celebrity culture and political dynamics. She discusses the disturbing testimonies surrounding high-profile cases, the role of immigration enforcement, and the impact of current events on societal mental health. Dr. Dobson emphasizes the importance of critical thinking and ope...
Welcome back to the latest episode of the Dr. Leslie Show, where we dive deep into the whirlwind of celebrity gossip, legal battles, and society's most pressing issues. In this episode, Dr. Leslie Dobson provides a candid commentary on the latest happenings in the entertainment world, blending humor with critical insights that resonate with many of us. Section 1: The Overwhelming Shift in Celebrity Landscape Dr. Leslie kicks of...
Introduction: In a recent episode of the Nightly Recap with Dr. Leslie, forensic psychologist Dr. Leslie Dobson delves into the complexities of celebrity trials and the importance of personal safety. With her candid and often humorous perspective, she sheds light on the intricacies of legal battles involving notable figures while emphasizing the need to trust our instincts in everyday situations.Understanding Personal Safety: Dr. D...
In this conversation, Sheila Hamilton from Beyond Well hosts Dr. Leslie Dobson, a forensic psychologist, about the complex intersection of mental health, criminal behavior, and parental responsibility. They discuss the recent case of Nick Reiner, who is accused of murdering his parents, and explore the societal fears surrounding mental illness. Dr. Dobson emphasizes the importance of recognizing red flags in behavior, the ethical c...
The conversation delves into alarming incidents of childhood violence, particularly focusing on a case where a six-year-old shot his teacher. It explores the psychological patterns that may indicate psychopathic behavior in young children and raises questions about parental responsibility and school safety. And Trump, politics, Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni, SNAP benefits, Scotland JIMs and so much more. This is not normal for a six...
This week on Intentionally DISTURBING—we’ve got a special treat: a crossover episode with The Tara Palmeri Show.
Ghislaine Maxwell sat down with Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche for days, spilling “her truth” about Jeffrey Epstein. But what was fact—and what was pure fiction?
In this jaw-dropping episode, Tara Palmeri and forensic psychologist Dr. Leslie Dobson dissect Maxwell’s testimony like never before. Tara—who’s spent ove...
Today Leslie is answering more of your questions, this time focusing on child safety, both in the home and outside of the home. Topics include: safeguarding kids from predators, manipulation, online threats, and promoting healthy boundaries and awareness.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producers are Paul Anderson and Scott McCarthy for Workhouse Media. The views expressed in this podcast episode are...
This week, we're revisiting one of our more disturbing episodes.
Leslie welcomes Seth Gehle to his podcast to tell his story. A survivor of horrible childhood rape, Seth tells Leslie the whole story up to his recent recovery and reclaiming his story.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced and edited by Liam Billingham. Mixed by Aaron Dalton.
Executive producers are Paul Anderson and Scott McCarthy for Workhouse Media.
The views expresse...
This week on the podcast, Leslie speaks with Sarah Adams, known online as Mom Uncharted. Sarah was recently named on Time 100's Creators List for 2025, and she talks about the dangers of putting images and oversharing your children online. Sarah and Leslie talk about the very real dangers of the internet, how to manage YouTube, iPads, and other devices, and The Manosphere. Sarah also reveals the depth of her love of sweets. We hope...
This week Lesllie speaks to 'Samantha,' a woman who got caught up in the drug trade in Mexico and was almost murdered by her employers. Samantha tells Leslie about how she got caught up in the drug trade, being shot 9 times, and her hopes for the future of Mexico.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producers are Paul Anderson and Scott McCarthy for Workhouse Media. The views expressed in this podcast ep...
This week, we're re-visiting our great conversation with Lisa Mercier, who sees dead people.
Leslie is a skeptic. So when she heard that there was a woman named Lisa who says she can see dead people, she didn't believe. But then Lisa came to her house and talked to ghosts, and now Leslie is a full on-believer. This week Leslie and Lisa talk about how non-traditional approaches to therapy, like mediums, can make a difference in peop...
This week Leslie answers listener questions about staying safe.
01:36 What is the best way to protect myself and my daughter when we have protective orders in place?
04:10 Situational Awareness and Self Defense
12:54 How do we teach kids to trust their instincts and stay safe?
16:07 What safety tips do you have for minors walking alone?
19:08 Can offenders really be rehabilitated?
22:14 How do...
This week Leslie talks to Uldouz Wallace, who was the victim of the infamous 2014 icloud hack. Private photos of her were leaked and spread all over the internet. It nearly ruined her life. But she survived. Uldouz and Leslie talk about the hack, how it affected her, and how she's working now, via legislation, to prevent it from ever happening to anyone again.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producer...
This week, Leslie recaps the infamous Gwyneth Paltrow ski accident and ensuing trial. She talks about the skiing incident itself, how Gwyneth outmaneuvered her opponent, and some of the highlights of the trial. She also talks about how, despite being a victim, Gwyneth didn't play the victim role, and what they did to the way the media represented her.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producers are Pau...
This week, Leslies speaks with Dan Brunner, a former FBI agent. Dan and Leslie talk about the 764, an online threat to your kids. They also talk about ways to educate your kids about being online and how to keep them safe. Dan also talks about his career catching criminals and how that led him to where he is now.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producers are Paul Anderson and Scott McCarthy for Workh...
This week Leslie welcomes to attorney Cameron Simone Roberts to the podcast to talk the Diddy trial (Spoiler art: they predicted exactly what was gonna happen), disturbing moments Cameron has experienced as a female lawyer, and also lots of other juicy gossip.
Hosted by Leslie Dobson. Produced by Liam Billingham. Executive producers are Paul Anderson and Scott McCarthy for Workhouse Media. The views expressed in this podcast episod...
Young mom, Sara Ebersole, vanishes without a trace and her family is still searching for answers. On March 31, 2023, the Marion County Sheriff’s Office post a release about Sara’s disappearance. According to the post, Sara was captured on security footage on March 2, 2023, at around 10:00 p.m., in the area of the Circle K gas station located at 17980 N Highway 441 in Reddick, Florida. The release also states Sara willin...
This week Leslie dives into the case of Johnny Deep versus Amber Heard, one of the most publicized and controversial trials of the last 10 years. Leslie dissects how this case turned into a psychological battlefield and help you understand, as a non-expert, what went on in that trial.
From dueling diagnoses to high-stakes testimony, she’ll break down how two of her colleagues, Dr. Shannon Curry and Dr. Dawn Hughes, came to va...
This week on the podcast, Leslie speaks with independent journalist Tara Palmeri, known previously for her work at ABC News, Politico, Puck, the New York Post, and the Washington Examiner. Leslie and Tara talk about the challenges of being an independent journalist, how to find objective reporting in a politically charged culture, and some of the more disturbing things that have happened to Tara as a female reporter.
A year into starting her podcasting career, Leslie is feeling sentimental. So she's releasing the first ever episode she made: a conversation with true crime podcasting badass Annie Elise. Annie is a successful woman in the podcasting world with a disturbing backstory, and she's the kind of guest Leslie plans to have going forward: powerful women who have been through disturbing times and came out the other side. We hope you enjoy ...
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