Best David Magee Podcasts (2025)

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Essay on Life: Real Over Perfect 10:51

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I talk about what it really means to create something honest — not the shiny, perfect kind the world seems to want, but the kind that shows what’s real. Writing my memoir A Little Crazy taught me more about myself than any success ever could — even if the book had only been for me. Sometimes, as creators, that’s what’s needed. It reminded me that n…

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139. Darren Magee: Narcissism, Dry Begging, Triangulation, Trauma Bonding, Manipulation, Recovery 1:14:14

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Darren F. Magee exposes the tactics of narcissists such as dry begging, isolation, and triangulation. 00:00 In this episode... 00:48 How Narcissists Choose Victims 04:01 Eliciting Personal Information 05:13 Control, Domination, Validation 08:21 The Fantasy Is Not Real 11:14 Narcissism Vs. Psychopathy 15:38 Learn About Your Reactions 17:17 How Narci…

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139. Darren Magee: Narcissism, Dry Begging, Triangulation, Trauma Bonding, Manipulation, Recovery 1:14:13

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Darren F. Magee exposes the tactics of narcissists such as dry begging, isolation, and triangulation. 00:00 In this episode... 00:48 How Narcissists Choose Victims 04:01 Eliciting Personal Information 05:13 Control, Domination, Validation 08:21 The Fantasy Is Not Real 11:14 Narcissism Vs. Psychopathy 15:38 Learn About Your Reactions 17:17 How Narci…

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A Recovery Journey and Helping Students with Alysia Lajune of the William Magee Center | Ep 37 56:48

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I sit down with Alysia Lajune, who helps lead the William Magee Center at Ole Miss — the same center that carries my son’s name. Alysia's story is powerful, real, and full of hope. She opens up about her own journey through addiction and recovery, and how it led her to the work she’s doing now to help students find healing and purpose. We talk abou…

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138. Skeptoid's Brian Dunning: A Masterclass in Questioning Conspiracy Theories 1:05:42

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Brian Dunning discusses how to effectively question conspiracy theories and educate others. He has hosted the award-winning Skeptoid podcast since 2006. 00:00 The Allure of Conspiracy Theories 01:21 Defining Conspiracy Theories 06:53 Researching Conspiracy Theories 11:04 The Moon Landing Debate 18:15 The Knights Templar and Freemasons 24:08 Governm…

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138. Skeptoid's Brian Dunning: A Masterclass in Questioning Conspiracy Theories 1:05:41

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Brian Dunning discusses how to effectively question conspiracy theories and educate others. He has hosted the award-winning Skeptoid podcast since 2006. 00:00 The Allure of Conspiracy Theories 01:21 Defining Conspiracy Theories 06:53 Researching Conspiracy Theories 11:04 The Moon Landing Debate 18:15 The Knights Templar and Freemasons 24:08 Governm…

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137. Dr. Mark Ettensohn: Is Narcissism Not Genetic? NPD Treatment? 1:21:14

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Dr. Mark Ettensohn discusses developmental factors in narcissism. He covers the treatability of NPD and the human element in narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 00:46 Genes and Narcissistic Personality Disorder 08:57 Genes and Lack of Empathy 12:31 Empathy Is Not Static 14:07 Aren't Narcissists Predatory? 16:19 Paranoid Anxiety and Annihilation of…

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137. Dr. Mark Ettensohn: Is Narcissism Not Genetic? NPD Treatment? 1:21:13

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Dr. Mark Ettensohn discusses developmental factors in narcissism. He covers the treatability of NPD and the human element in narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 00:46 Genes and Narcissistic Personality Disorder 08:57 Genes and Lack of Empathy 12:31 Empathy Is Not Static 14:07 Aren't Narcissists Predatory? 16:19 Paranoid Anxiety and Annihilation of…

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Essay on Life: Importance of Hearing, Seeing Our Children 10:10

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As parents, we all like to think we know our children completely. We keep up with their grades, go to their games, check their posts, and tell ourselves they’re doing okay. But sometimes, we really don’t know what’s going on. I learned that the day my daughter finally said the words I didn’t even realize I needed to hear: I need help. That moment c…

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Long Story Short Ep-15: So You Think You're A Disaster Mage, with Annabel Campbell 1:00:23

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Annabel Campbell, whose debut novel The Outcast Mage released in January, joins Robin & David to talk mages of many varieties. How would you shape up as a wizard? Would you use your power for good, or be tempted to the Dark Side where - we are given to believe - there are cookies? Are you a member of the British Fantasy Society yet? Join us here: h…

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Embrace Failure and Grow | Ep 36 12:29

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Let’s talk about failure—the kind that makes us wince, the kind that shapes who we become. We all know what it feels like to fall short, but what if failure isn’t the end of something, but the beginning of something better? I’ve learned that the moments we fear most often hold the greatest opportunity. When we face them instead of running from them…

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136. Dr. Dan Schneider: Demons Are Cosmic Narcissists. The Liber Christo Method. 1:22:25

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Dr. Dan Schneider discusses exorcism and spiritual warfare. He compares pathological narcissism to demonic possession.00:00 In this episode...00:49 Understanding the Role of Exorcists02:42 The Exorcism Checklist05:34 Human Nature and Original Sin12:14 The Power of Language in Spiritual Battles20:30 Facts and Fictions of Exorcism in Film25:35 Signif…

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136. Dr. Dan Schneider: Demons Are Cosmic Narcissists. The Liber Christo Method. 1:22:26

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Dr. Dan Schneider discusses exorcism and spiritual warfare. He compares pathological narcissism to demonic possession. 00:00 In this episode... 00:49 Understanding the Role of Exorcists 02:42 The Exorcism Checklist 05:34 Human Nature and Original Sin 12:14 The Power of Language in Spiritual Battles 20:30 Facts and Fictions of Exorcism in Film 25:35…

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135. Coltan Scrivner: Why Predatory Men Get All the Attention (MORBIDLY CURIOUS) 1:12:56

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Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains the human drive to study the minds of dangerous people, and other elements of morbid curiosity. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. -----------------------…

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135. Coltan Scrivner: Why Predatory Men Get All the Attention (MORBIDLY CURIOUS) 1:12:55

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Dr. Coltan Scrivner explains the human drive to study the minds of dangerous people, and other elements of morbid curiosity. DISCLAIMER: The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice from a qualified healthcare provider. -----------------------…

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Essay on Life: Save Me 10:09

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One night after my son William died, I sat on his couch. I was alone. I was cold. I was afraid. I whispered two words, “Save me,” and something shifted. What I saw, what I felt in that quiet moment, showed me where my life was headed if I didn’t change—and where it could go if I did. That night taught me that prayer isn’t some practiced speech from…

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Owning Your Story, Taking Charge of Your Life | Ep 35 20:58

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134. David Papineau: Philosophy in Sports, Genetics, Ethics, Formula One 1:05:24

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Dr. David Papineau explores the intricate relationship between philosophy and sports, discussing how sports can serve as a test case for philosophical theories. He delves into the definitions of sports, the nature versus nurture debate in athletic success, and the ethical considerations surrounding competition. 00:00 Philosophy and Sports: An Unexp…

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134. David Papineau: Philosophy in Sports, Genetics, Ethics, Formula One 1:05:23

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Dr. David Papineau explores the intricate relationship between philosophy and sports, discussing how sports can serve as a test case for philosophical theories. He delves into the definitions of sports, the nature versus nurture debate in athletic success, and the ethical considerations surrounding competition.00:00 Philosophy and Sports: An Unexpe…

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Ep. 59 – Strawberry Moons: A New Kind of Media with Debbie Nutley 28:27

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Discussing their newest project, Strawberry Moons Media, David Nichtern and Debbie Nutley get into how they truly merged creativity with spirituality and ‘making a buck’. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best self. This time on the CSM Podcast, Davi…

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133. F-18 Pilot Ryan Graves: Threats Beyond the State of the Art. Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) 1:10:07

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Ryan Graves is Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace (ASA) and a former U.S. Navy F-18 pilot. He has testified before Congress about regular sightings of Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP). 0:00 In This Episode 1:32 Becoming a Fighter Pilot 6:24 The Culture of Silence in the Navy 9:53 First Encounters with UAPs 12:12 The “Cube in a S…

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133. F-18 Pilot Ryan Graves: Threats Beyond the State of the Art. Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) 1:10:06

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Ryan Graves is Executive Director of Americans for Safe Aerospace (ASA) and a former U.S. Navy F-18 pilot. He has testified before Congress about regular sightings of Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP). 0:00 In This Episode 1:32 Becoming a Fighter Pilot 6:24 The Culture of Silence in the Navy 9:53 First Encounters with UAPs 12:12 The “Cube in a S…

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Essay on Life: A Family's Last Photograph 11:35

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I share the story of the last photograph our family of five ever took together. What felt like a moment of survival and reunion—a rare weekend of laughter, hope, and grace—would later become a reminder of how fragile and fleeting life really is. Looking back, that picture wasn’t about victory over storms, but about grace in the middle of them. It’s…

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Long Story Short Ep-14: Walking on the Moor, with Sam K. Horton 48:22

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David & Robin chat with author Sam K. Horton, whose second novel Ragwort releases in November. We talk maps, book tour costumes, and the love of wild places. David discovers that Friday also is a business day. Plus, hear about the Top 10 reasons to attend Fantasycon from Ben and Nico of the Tiny Bookcase podcast. Are you a member of the British Fan…

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Overwhelmed Motherhood Gifts: Life With Four Under Six | Ep 34 40:39

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I sit down with my daughter, Mary Halley, a mom of four children six-and-under, to talk about the daily hard parts and simple gifts of family life. From bedtime battles and school drop-offs to sweating through chores and learning to let go of perfection, she shares what it’s really like to juggle and celebrate motherhood in the thick of it. We also…

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132. Harvard's Dr. Ellen Langer: Manipulation, Mindfulness, and Longevity 59:08

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Ellen Langer, Ph.D., was the first woman to be tenured in psychology at Harvard. Her research defies traditional narratives about health and aging. She exposes how a lack of mindfulness puts us at great risk of being manipulated. Ellen Langer's book: https://amzn.to/4nprRIA Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more gue…

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132. Harvard's Dr. Ellen Langer: Manipulation, Mindfulness, and Longevity 59:07

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Ellen Langer, Ph.D., was the first woman to be tenured in psychology at Harvard. Her research defies traditional narratives about health and aging. She exposes how a lack of mindfulness puts us at great risk of being manipulated. Ellen Langer's book: https://amzn.to/4nprRIA Brad's microphone: https://amzn.to/4jVOjqq 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to help get more gue…

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131. How Narcissists Hide Behind the Bible I Katherine Spearing 1:19:56

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Katherine Spearing exposes methods of financial abuse and spiritual abuse, the cultic practice of using religious scripture as a tool of control and coercion. Katherine Spearing's book: https://amzn.to/426BjYD Follow Katherine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinespearing/ Subscribe to Katherine's newsletter: https://www.katherinespeari…

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131. How Narcissists Hide Behind the Bible I Katherine Spearing 1:19:55

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Katherine Spearing exposes methods of financial abuse and spiritual abuse, the cultic practice of using religious scripture as a tool of control and coercion. Katherine Spearing's book: https://amzn.to/426BjYD Follow Katherine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katherinespearing/ Subscribe to Katherine's newsletter: https://www.katherinespeari…

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Essay on Life: The Hymn I Didn't Understand 10:41

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When I was a child, Sundays meant dragging my feet to church, fumbling with my shirt buttons, and mostly daydreaming about what was for lunch. I didn’t understand faith, and honestly, I thought the whole thing seemed a little crazy. Still, the hymns, the pews, even the orange juice and saltines—somehow they stayed with me. Years later, when I strug…

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The Lie That Keeps You Unhappy 35:33

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We all fall for it—the idea that if we can just reach the next milestone, land the job, buy the house, raise the kids, then we’ll finally feel happy. But the truth is, “arrival” never comes. In this episode, Kent and I talk about how it’s easy for couples to get caught up in that myth, what it did to our family, and what we’ve learned now about fin…

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130. The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Shape the Fate of the World I Tim Palmer 1:22:11

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Oxford's Tim Palmer is a Royal Society Research Professor who pioneered the development of operational ensemble weather and climate forecasting. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society, an International Member of the US National Academy of Sciences, a recipient of the Institute of Physics Dirac Gold Medal, and a lead author of the Intergovernmental Pan…

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130. The Butterfly Effect: How Small Decisions Shape the Fate of the World I Tim Palmer 1:22:12

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Oxford's Tim Palmer is a Royal Society Research Professor who pioneered the development of operational ensemble weather and climate forecasting. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society, an International Member of the US National Academy of Sciences, a recipient of the Institute of Physics Dirac Gold Medal, and a lead author of the Intergovernmental Pan…

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129. Anne Applebaum: How Dictators Really Control the World (Autocracy Inc.) 49:44

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Anne Applebaum (winner of the Pulitzer Prize) exposes the tactics of oppression used by dictators around the world and the greatest threats to democracy. She is a staff writer at The Atlantic.Read Anne's work in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/anne-applebaum/Read Anne's work on Substack: https://anneapplebaum.substack.com/Anne Appl…

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129. Anne Applebaum: How Dictators Really Control the World (Autocracy Inc.) 49:45

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Anne Applebaum (winner of the Pulitzer Prize) exposes the tactics of oppression used by dictators around the world and the greatest threats to democracy. She is a staff writer at The Atlantic. Read Anne's work in The Atlantic: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/anne-applebaum/ Read Anne's work on Substack: https://anneapplebaum.substack.com/ Anne A…

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Essay on Life: When the Man at the Bar Becomes a Mirror 11:04

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Grace rarely comes gift-wrapped. Sometimes it comes as a jolt — a voice, a vision, a man at the bar whose scarred face forces you to see your own future. Today, I take you back to the night that set my recovery in motion. David Magee's Newsletter ⁠https://davidmagee.substack.com/⁠ Follow on Instagram ⁠https://www.instagram.com/davidmageeshow/⁠ Watc…

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Long Story Short Ep-13: The Pleasures & Perils of Indie Publishing, with William C. Tracy 58:04

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David & Robin meet publisher, editor, & author William C. Tracy of Space Wizard Science Fantasy to chat about WorldCon Seattle, indie small press publishing, the bookselling market, and codifying magic systems. We also discuss cats, bees, and commas. (And yes, Robin did find ‘That Comma Video’ and if you absolutely must watch it… https://youtu.be/t…

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Men and Finding Faith and Purpose; the Fears, Stigma and Ego that Keep Us Away 45:04

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David and his pastor, Rev. Chris McAlilly, open up about the pressure men feel to “carry it all,” and how ego and stigma can keep us from faith. David shares his own story of doubt, family, and the impact fathers have when they choose honesty and vulnerability. Together, they explore grief, trauma, and the power of community. From answering the har…

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128. How Human Predators Hunt Vulnerable Women | Jennifer R. Young, Author of WOMEN WHO LOVE PSYCHOPATHS 1:48:48

1M ago1:48:48

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Jennifer R. Young is co-author of Women Who Love Psychopaths: Inside the Relationships of Inevitable Harm with Psychopaths, Sociopaths, and Narcissists 00:00 In this episode... 01:18 Introducing Jennifer R. Young 02:13 What is a psychopath? 03:06 The 3 Types of Batterers 06:08 Psychopaths cause harm wherever they go 07:40 The Low Conscious Umbrella…

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128. How Human Predators Hunt Vulnerable Women | Jennifer R. Young, Author of WOMEN WHO LOVE PSYCHOPATHS 1:48:47

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Jennifer R. Young is co-author of Women Who Love Psychopaths: Inside the Relationships of Inevitable Harm with Psychopaths, Sociopaths, and Narcissists00:00 In this episode...01:18 Introducing Jennifer R. Young02:13 What is a psychopath?03:06 The 3 Types of Batterers06:08 Psychopaths cause harm wherever they go07:40 The Low Conscious Umbrella08:57 …

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Essays on Life: Healing Conversations with Loved Ones We’ve Lost 10:12

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What does it mean to keep talking with someone dear you’ve lost — to feel their story still shaping yours? For me, it means listening to and writing with William, my son. His absence changed everything, but his presence still guides my words -- and shapes my life. In this essay, I share how loss, memory, and love intertwine — and how conversation, …

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How a Dog Carried Us Through Grief 48:36

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Sometimes the help we need most comes from the most unexpected places—a stranger, a friend, even a pet. For our family, it was a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Lady. After we lost William, there were few reasons to get out of bed in the morning. One of them was Lady, who insisted on her daily walks. Step by step, those early mornings became sm…

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127. Grooming: The Narcissist's System of Abuse | Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski 1:17:00

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In this conversation, forensic psychologist Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski discusses the multifaceted role of forensic psychology in the legal system, detailing the complexities of sex offender risk assessments, the grooming process, and the distinctions between psychopathy and narcissism. 00:00 In this episode... 01:14 Understanding Forensic Psychology 04:…

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127. Grooming: The Narcissist's System of Abuse | Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski 1:16:59

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In this conversation, forensic psychologist Dr. Jeff Kieliszewski discusses the multifaceted role of forensic psychology in the legal system, detailing the complexities of sex offender risk assessments, the grooming process, and the distinctions between psychopathy and narcissism.00:00 In this episode...01:14 Understanding Forensic Psychology04:01 …

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Essays on Life: Dancing with Wilder 11:41

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A grandfather and grandson connect through vulnerability—reminding us of the joy and strength found in generational bonds. And how to achieve those bonds. David Magee's Newsletter https://davidmagee.substack.com/ Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davidmageeshow/ Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@davidmageeshow Learn more about y…

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Long Story Short Ep-12: Why Science Fantasy is the Best (Sub) Genre, with Lorraine Wilson 55:24

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Robin & David converse with Lorraine Wilson, author of We Are All Ghosts in the Forest, about folklore, the future of identity, and the sea. In search of a response to the podcast’s title, literature, fantasy, magic and science all go into the growbag of genre. The efficacy of an ice-skating scoring system for panel responses is also assessed durin…

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Finding Purpose After Loss: How Yoga Helped Kent Move Forward 50:43

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What do you do when everything you’ve worked for unravels on the very day your world collapses? In this episode, David’s wife, Kent Magee, shares the heartbreaking story of losing her son, William, just as she was discovering one of her true callings: teaching yoga. Her story is raw, unflinching, and deeply relatable for anyone walking through grie…

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126. The Dark Attraction Between Religion and Warfare | Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D. 1:02:33

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Mark Juergensmeyer shares how war and religion are used in tandem to spur people to view the world in absolute terms. 00:00 In this episode...00:40 War is politics by other means02:08 War as alternative reality04:11 Religion as alternative reality05:07 War and Religion go together11:08 Absolute language of war and religion14:27 9/11 compared to Pea…

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126. The Dark Attraction Between Religion and Warfare | Mark Juergensmeyer, Ph.D. 1:02:32

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Mark Juergensmeyer shares how war and religion are used in tandem to spur people to view the world in absolute terms. 00:00 In this episode...00:40 War is politics by other means02:08 War as alternative reality04:11 Religion as alternative reality05:07 War and Religion go together11:08 Absolute language of war and religion14:27 9/11 compared to Pea…

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Welcome to The David Magee Show 1:56

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It's time for another season of the podcast, but this time there's a new twist. It's the David Magee Show. I'm David Magee. I'm a bestselling author, a speaker, but I'm also a husband, a father, and a grandfather. 13 years ago, I had lost it all. We had lost it all. But through faith and better connections with one another we found that we can hav…