# Psychopathy on The No Agenda Show Psychopathy comes up in 6 chapters across 6 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from December 2011 to November 2022. - **Chapters:** 6 - **Episodes:** 6 - **Discussed:** December 2011 – November 2022 - **Related topics:** [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Charles Blow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-blow.md), [Hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [Instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [International Criminal Court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [James Holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [John C. Dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [Jordan Peterson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan-peterson.md), [Jussie Smollett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jussie-smollett.md), [Narcissism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narcissism.md) ## Chapters 1–6 of 6 ### Jordan Peterson on Instagram and Psychopathy - **Episode:** [1504: Value Chain](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1504-value-chain.md) - **Published:** 2022-11-17 - **Time:** 2:09:40–2:15:53 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1504-value-chain/chapter/jordan-peterson-on-instagram-and-psychopathy.md Jordan Peterson appeared on Piers Morgan's show to discuss a study regarding personality traits associated with excessive social media usage. Peterson argues that platforms like Instagram enable a small percentage of the population with "dark tetrad" traits—narcissism, Machiavellianism, and sadism—to dominate social discourse. He specifically notes how these traits manifest in "influencer" culture. Keywords: [jordan peterson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jordan-peterson.md), [piers morgan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/piers-morgan.md), [instagram](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/instagram.md), [narcissism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/narcissism.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md) ### Charles Blow, Psychopathy Claims and Hollywood Connections - **Episode:** [1114: Fudged](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-21 - **Time:** 24:19–27:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1114-fudged/chapter/charles-blow-psychopathy-claims-and-hollywood-connections.md New York Times columnist Charles Blow reacted to the Jussie Smollett investigation by suggesting that if the police account is true, Smollett would have to be a psychopath. The discussion notes that while Smollett was not a top-tier celebrity on platforms like TMZ, he was well-connected within Hollywood and political circles. Media figures appear hesitant to distance themselves from Smollett due to their shared community ties. Keywords: [charles blow](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charles-blow.md), [new york times](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/new-york-times.md), [jussie smollett](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jussie-smollett.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), [hollywood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hollywood.md), [tmz](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tmz.md) ### Forensic Psychiatry Analysis, Spectacle Crimes and Genetics - **Episode:** [970: Golf Bag Nukes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes.md) - **Published:** 2017-10-05 - **Time:** 59:51–1:03:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/970-golf-bag-nukes/chapter/forensic-psychiatry-analysis-spectacle-crimes-and-genetics.md Forensic psychiatrist Dr. Michael Welner analyzed Stephen Paddock's motives, noting that "stranger mass homicides" are typically committed by younger men seeking notoriety, such as Aurora shooter James Holmes. Welner suggested that for an older man like Paddock, the crime was likely a "spectacle" designed to instigate a specific cause or derivative impact. The discussion also touches on the genetics of psychopathy, noting Paddock's father was a bank robber on the FBI's Most Wanted list. Keywords: michael welner, [james holmes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/james-holmes.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), spectacle crime, [stephen paddock](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stephen-paddock.md) ### ICC Convictions, Selfie Psychopathy and Show Outro - **Episode:** [687: Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-15 - **Time:** 2:54:32–3:00:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/icc-convictions-selfie-psychopathy-and-show-outro.md The show concludes with a correction regarding the International Criminal Court's conviction record and a discussion on a study linking male selfies to psychopathic tendencies. The hosts argue the study is biased against men and that the same traits likely apply to women. They sign off with a tribute to producer Pete O'Rourke and a final call for "value-for-value" support. Keywords: [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [selfies](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/selfies.md), [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md) ### Brain Abnormalities, Criminology of Violence - **Episode:** [510: Furtive Movement](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/510-furtive-movement.md) - **Published:** 2013-05-05 - **Time:** 2:16:16–2:19:47 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/510-furtive-movement/chapter/brain-abnormalities-criminology-of-violence.md Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports on the work of criminologist Adrian Rain, who suggests that biological brain abnormalities may predispose individuals to violence. The segment focuses on "cavum septum pellucidum," a neurological gap linked to a lack of fear and psychopathic traits. Keywords: [sanjay gupta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sanjay-gupta.md), adrian rain, [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), brain dysfunction, limbic system ### Political Ponerology and the Science of Evil - **Episode:** [366: Fools & Knaves](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/366-fools-knaves.md) - **Published:** 2011-12-18 - **Time:** 2:11:10–2:17:00 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/366-fools-knaves/chapter/political-ponerology-and-the-science-of-evil.md The discussion introduces the concept of "Ponerology," the scientific study of evil and how psychopaths rise to power in governments and financial institutions. Referencing the book *Political Ponerology* by Andrew Lobaczewski and *Snakes in Suits*, the hosts discuss how a small percentage of the population lacks empathy and can co-opt large organizations. They suggest that many world leaders, including Merkel and Sarkozy, exhibit these psychopathic traits. Keywords: ponerology, [psychopathy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/psychopathy.md), andrew lobaczewski, snakes in suits, corporate sociopaths --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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