Truth Untangled
Bob is an International Award-Winning Producer with degrees in Psychology and a Ph.D. In Journalism. He has worked for over 30 years in Radio and Television Broadcasting. He is presently retired and enjoys spending his spare time creating podcasts. Member Society of Professional Journalists
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July 15, 2025 • 3 mins
Research published in Personality and Mental Health clearly states that the presence of tattoos on forensic psychiatric inpatients should alert clinicians to a possible diagnosis of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). These tattoos also indicate a potential for histories of suicide attempt, substance abuse, and sexual abuse.
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July 1, 2025 • 7 mins
It is one of the most unsettling truths about humanity: under certain conditions, good people—those who are compassionate, loving, charitable, and often admired by peers—can commit crimes so horrific that they seem to defy all logic. When faced with such atrocities, society is often quick to label the perpetrator as inherently evil, mentally ill, or irredeemable. Yet the reality is much more complex and disturbing. The psychologica...
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June 15, 2025 • 7 mins
For a long time, the main story about mental illness—like depression and anxiety—has been that there's a "chemical imbalance" in the brain. This idea, which is usually explained in simple terms, says that mood disorders come from problems with neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine. According to this idea, mental illnesses are like diabetes or high blood pressure: a glitch in brain chemistry that needs a pha...
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June 1, 2025 • 4 mins
The concept of personality has long been a subject of intense study in the field of psychology. Researchers have explored not only the positive aspects of personality but also the darker side of human nature. A particularly intriguing area of study is the Dark Triad, a set of personality traits regarded as representing the darkest aspects of human nature.
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May 9, 2025 • 4 mins
Anchoring bias is a cognitive bias that causes individuals to rely heavily on the first piece of information they receive about a topic, even when subsequent information becomes available. This initial piece of information, known as the "anchor," serves as a reference point that influences all subsequent judgments and decisions, often leading to poor choices in various contexts.
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April 24, 2025 • 5 mins
Society has long promoted the idea that a college degree is a clear sign of intelligence. This assumption, firmly entrenched in cultural narratives and perpetuated by employers, educators, and even parents, equates formal education with cognitive ability, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. This notion is flawed and misleading. While a college degree can signify perseverance, dedication, and specialized knowledge in a pa...
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April 11, 2025 • 7 mins
In today's digital age, where news consumption is heavily influenced by digital engagement and personality-driven journalism, Q Scores, also known as Q Ratings, have become a critical tool for assessing the appeal of media personalities. Originally developed as a marketing tool to measure the popularity of celebrities, Q Scores have seeped into the world of news reporting, shaping which journalists and anchors gain prominence. But ...
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April 4, 2025 • 6 mins
Social media is now a vital part of modern life, providing platforms for communication, expression, and networking. But beware: beneath its benefits lies a complex web of negative psychological effects that can be profoundly damaging to mental health. This podcast will provide hard statistics and data that clearly illustrate the toxicity of social media and explore the reasons why it poses such significant risks.
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March 27, 2025 • 6 mins
It seems that Americans are in the midst of a raging epidemic of mental illness at least as judged by the increase in the numbers treated for it.
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March 20, 2025 • 4 mins
In any society, education is universally recognized as a powerful tool for individual empowerment and societal progress. However, there is a disturbing trend where certain systems, whether governmental, corporate, or other institutional, have a vested interest in ensuring that the general population remains uneducated or undereducated. This deliberate perpetuation of widespread ignorance begs the question: why does the system want ...
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March 13, 2025 • 3 mins
In a world inundated with information, it has become increasingly important to discern fact from fiction. However, the phenomenon of illusory truth plays a key role in shaping our beliefs and attitudes, often to the advantage of powerful entities like governments and media organizations. Illusory truth, also known as the illusion-of-truth effect, refers to the tendency of people to believe information to be true after repeated expo...
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March 6, 2025 • 8 mins
Psychological operations, or psyops, are campaigns that try to change how people think, act, and make decisions. Governments, intelligence agencies, companies, and sometimes people working alone use psyops to influence public opinion, create division, and control what people think.
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February 27, 2025 • 4 mins
In the digital age, smartphones are everywhere and play a big role in our daily lives. These small devices connect us to a huge online world, giving us information and entertainment right away. But as more and more people get smartphones, there are worries about how they affect our mental health and well-being.
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February 21, 2025 • 8 mins
The term "agentic shift" describes a way of thinking and feeling where a person thinks of themselves as a tool or agent doing something because someone else wants them to, instead of thinking for themselves. This idea is important to understand how normal people can do things that go against their beliefs about what is right and wrong, especially when they are following someone in charge.
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February 14, 2025 • 3 mins
Locus of control is a psychological concept. It describes the extent to which individuals believe they have control over the events in their lives. This idea was first studied by Julian B. Rotter in 1954. It has since become an important part of the study of personality. This idea affects many areas of life, including education, health, and personal development[
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February 6, 2025 • 6 mins
Emotions are a big part of life. They affect how we think, decide, and act. They alert us to our needs, desires, and limits. While emotions are natural and necessary, the way we manage them can have a big impact on our mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life.Emotional regulation is about understanding, expressing, and managing your emotions in a healthy way.
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January 30, 2025 • 4 mins
In an age where information is more accessible than ever, it's baffling that some individuals choose to embrace willful ignorance. Willful ignorance, or the deliberate avoidance or refusal to acquire knowledge or acknowledge facts, is a complex phenomenon rooted in various psychological, social, and cultural factors.
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January 23, 2025 • 5 mins
In a time where social media platforms control the information we consume every day, it's essential to understand why some people unquestioningly accept everything they see online as true.
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January 16, 2025 • 4 mins
In an age where our lives are increasingly lived in the public eye—through social media, professional environments, and community interactions—the fear of judgment has become a significant barrier to personal growth and fulfillment. This podcast will explore how the fear of judgment holds people back, its psychological impacts, and strategies for overcoming this pervasive issue.
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January 9, 2025 • 5 mins
Grief is an inevitable part of the human experience. It is a natural response to loss. This can include the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or any significant change in life. While grief can feel overwhelming, there are paths to healing and ways to navigate this emotional journey. The following steps will guide you in overcoming grief:
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